Chapter 196 - Perfect match

Does Akito plan to spoil her or something? Setsura chuckled at the thought. Even for a man like him, finding these accessories and outfit must have been difficult. According to Victor, Akito isn't very good at choosing gifts. To think he once again did something out of his comfort zone. There is no doubt Akito is experiencing many firsts because of her. The same goes for her, too, ever since she met Akito. She has learned to smile a lot more.

Setsura looked over at the phone on the table. While mobile phones have not been invented yet. Phones exist during this era. She picked it up and jabbed a few numbers with her finger. It only rang once before Akito picked up.

"Setsura?"

She held herself back from laughing. What is he doing answering with her name for? "Yes, it's me. I wanted to ask exactly how late will you be?"

"Missing me already?"

"A little."

Akito seemed delighted since he responded cheerfully. "This won't take long. I'm just finishing up some work my subordinates can't complete. I'll head back then."

"Mmm, okay. Please don't be gone long."

"I won't since you want me to come back."

Setsura rolled her eyes; he will use that against her forever now, won't he? "Akito, where did you go? Maybe I can meet you halfway?"

He didn't reply right away, and she hears some muffled talk. He must be talking to someone about this first. Does he really have to ask for permission? Maybe he's doing some important work; she shouldn't disturb him.

"You can meet me at the base. The office shouldn't be too full since nearly everyone is out."

"Okay then, I'm planning to.."

"Go to the silver headquarters, right?"

Setsura blinked, "You're very sharp. Maybe I shouldn't underestimate you and call you an idiot."

Akito laughed, "Well, I don't mind all too much since it comes from you."

"I think you should start minding," Setsura mumbled. She feels very bad about how she treats him. She could be kinder. Akito says there is nothing wrong, however, Setsura knew how bad her personality is. "You know I'm not a good person. I don't know why you're not dealing with it.."

"Mmm," Akito said. "But, I'm not a saint either. Doesn't that make us the perfect match?"

What stupid sounding logic. Setsura is speechless for a good few minutes. "Then, I'll meet you at the base. I'm only going to the silver clan to do some investigating anyway. It won't take long."

"I wanted to ask you before, how did you manage to get inside?"

Setsura blinked, "Well, secrets exist for a reason."

"Hey..."

"I'm kidding. They have a blind spot. I watched for a few days before I decided to go there. I'll give you the details when I see you later."

"Understood. Mmm, my wife is competent."

"Wait. What?" Setsura exclaimed.

"My wife, I'm talking about you."

"So, since when did you decide this?"

"Awhile back."

He decided something like this without asking her? "Until you can propose properly, I'll have to decline."

"That's harsh," Akito mumbled. "Proper? Then, how about looking beside the pillow?"

Beside the pillow? Setsura walked back over to the bed and found a small box. Her eyes widened when she saw what was there. Wait, wait, wait?!!! Ehhhh? Is he serious? Setsura could no longer keep calm. She was too afraid to open the box; she knew what was inside. This man, why is he doing things so indirectly? When did it occur to him to propose? They've only dated for a short amount of time.

"W--we can talk about it when you come back, alright? I don't want to decide anything."

"Indeed, but for now, wear it. You might lose it otherwise."

Ah, so in other words. That servant girl might try to take it away. Setsura opened the box and saw a gorgeous diamond ring. To think they can make something like this in the Meiji era. It's beautiful, and the colors, it looks like a rainbow. It's okay to put it on any finger, for now, right?

Setsura placed it on her right hand, on a random finger - not the wedding one.

"Setsura?"

She turned back to the phone, "Are we going on a date after this? These clothes are very fancy for casual wear."

"Perfect answer."

"Then, let me pick a place?"

"Hm, well, alright. I have to hang up. Will you be fine?"

"I will take care."

….

So, she came here again. Setsura's gaze fell on the tall building. The silver clan headquarters. When she first heard about the different groups in the mafia. It didn't interest her, but during those three days of investigation — she learned something. The corruption in the police is simply because of the mafia. Corruption exists everywhere; she didn't want to jump to conclusions. However, there was no doubt that the two share a connection. She didn't think she would come here again. They clearly disliked her presence when she came last time.

Setsura planned to sneak in and obtain the information she needed.

But, who would have thought she would bump into Chauncey Long? A clouded expression appeared on his face when he saw her. Uhh, she gets a bad feeling about this. It's just her imagination, right?

"You're here again?" Chauncey mumbled.

Again? Did he hear from Natasha, no maybe somebody informed him about what happened?

Setsura nodded.

"You're really dedicated to a job that doesn't concern you."

He's so bitter, but she isn't unaccustomed to people like this. Over the years, Setsura has met all types of people. This isn't new to her, this type of behavior and attitude. Setsura took a deep breath, "Even if you think it doesn't concern me, it does."

"Right, I've heard all about it. It's no wonder the higher-ups are interested. You have a strange ability, don't you?"

Do they know about her power? Setsura seldom used it in public, so it was hard to believe that they knew about it. But, then again..it seems like that Touma person knows a lot about her. She doesn't know what that person did to find out that information. However, Akito is right. She has to be careful.

"And if I do?"

Chauncey's lips curve to a smile, "Poor woman, you have no idea, do you? The only reason people are interested in you is because of that ability. Do you think anybody would express interest otherwise?"

This was a first for her to see this side of Chauncey Long. However, Setsura is not as surprised as she ought to be. She knew the man isn't as simple as he seemed.

"Do you know what people say about you?"

"I don't."

"That you're a Princess that needs protecting."

A princess? That's a word she wouldn't ever use with her. However, a lot of people have said that? Then again, to other people, her appearance looks weak. Even if she has powers, they most likely think she doesn't know how to use it. This is probably the reason why Chauncey Long is acting like this. From what Natasha said, Chauncey Long doesn't like weak people. 'That's why I avoided him for a bit. Because I didn't want him to see me weak, if he did, then he would truly hate me.'

Natasha's words echoed in her head.

So, this is the kind of man Chauncey Long is? Indeed, she now understands why Akito keeps warning her about him. This man is cold as ice.