Chapter 259 - Yang Part 3

What a cruel thought.

It's no wonder he can never compare to the guys she ends up, dating, whether it's that guy from the future or Akito. Now that Yang thought about it, there was something about those two. They resemble each other, right? Is that why Setsura fell for Akito? Usually, he wouldn't believe such a superficial way of thinking. However, look at the current situation. Did Setsura not fall for him because he resembles Akito?

When he first came here to the Meiji Era, Yang thought to use a fake name. According to Cynthia, he has to make sure that he does not get attached to anyone here. That was fine, why would he get attached? He only came here for information and to obtain that. The item that would help regain Setsuras memories. He did not need anything else; Yang convinced himself for the longest time.

His thoughts broke off when he felt somebody tug his hand. "Setsura?" Yang muttered half dazed.

Setsura frowned, "Another girl?"

Uh, what?

"Yang, you told me you're loyal."

Why is she giving him suspicious looks for? Yang brushed his hands across her forehead, parting her bangs slightly. "How did you get up? Aren't you drunk?"

"I am, very," Setsura emphasized. "But, I got up a few seconds ago. I wondered if I could catch you. Can we order food here? I'm hungry."

"Sure. Let's go get some."

Setsura grabbed hold of his arm. "Yang, you told me that something dangerous might happen soon.."

"Yeah, I got caught up in some problems. I actually thought the police would come charging in any day."

"I'll protect you."

Heh, "I thought you said you couldn't remember how to hold a gun?"

"I'll get familiar with it again."

Isn't she the one who said she wanted to avoid trouble? Such a peculiar one. Still, it won't be bad teaching her self defense, especially with the current situation. Every day is practically a warzone.

She hasn't changed, she was like this back then too. He was gone for so long, did Setsura forget about him? Even though she lost her memories after that accident, it was only the memories of them dating. Setsura still remembered who he was; she still treated him like a friend.

Despite what it would seem like, Yang didn't fall in love with Kana me Setsura because of her appearance. No, even if she was the ugliest person in the world, Yang knew he would have still found himself captivated with her elegance. It's probably to do with her lineage and the way she was raised. But Yang never saw anyone as graceful as Kaname Setsura before.

Yang doesn't recall exactly when he arrived here in the Meiji era. Like Cynthia said, time here flows differently to the future. Over there, he probably hasn't been gone as long. But even then, quite some time has passed. Yang stopped keeping count a long time ago. He adjusted to this era after all. Still, the more he adjusts here, the more he will forget. If he gets caught up in the loop again, it will become dangerous.

"Who was that woman?"

"An old acquaintance. I just met with her; it's a coincidence."

Setsura's grip on his arm tightened, "If you ever lie to me again, I'll get angry."

'This one is way too sharp.'

"Did you do it with her?"

"As if," Yang snapped. Such a thought never crossed his mind before. That woman of all people annoys him the most. When he first met the woman named Cynthia, he was at his worse state. All badly beat up and half-dead on the rooftop. He was on the verge of committing suicide, but she saved him.

Setsura laughed, "It seems you aren't lying to me. Still, your fond of her in a way. I'll make a note of that."

Fond? Fond of Cynthia? As if that woman is annoying. A real annoyance. Still, why did he accept her offer? Anyone who heard that story would think she is crazy. That rainy day, what was he thinking? Yang wrapped his arms around Setsura, causing them to stop walking.

"Yang?"

"Stay still, don't move," he muttered. He needs to stop thinking about that annoying woman. From the very moment they met, she...

"Yang, I feel like your hiding something again."

"I'm not," Yang brought his lips to her ear, and she turned red. 'Wow… He can really admire her like this.' "You're blushing, you know that?"

"I'm still drunk.."

It's like they've returned to how things were before. Maybe Setsura shouldn't remember who he is. At the start of a relation, everything goes well. But that so-called sweet phase only lasts for three to four months. Eventually, the more time you spend with them, the more you learn about them. Learning more about them should be a good thing. However, you start learning about the ugly side of your partner.

Before long, you fight over trivial things. Back then, their relationship became strained. Yang doesn't want a repeat of that time. He never got a chance to apologize to her before the accident happened.

Everybody knew the state of their relationship then. That's why, when that accident occurred, the doctors told him. 'It's natural for her to forget her relationship with you. She was clearly under a lot of stress. So she blocked out the thing that bothered her the most.' Hearing that advice from a professional, Yang believed he was the main cause. However, later on, he hears that the girl's father hired those doctors.

Yang never got a chance to find out whether it was true or not. Whether Setsura stressed out because of him. That guy tried to speak to him several times. However, Yang wouldn't listen. After that, unofficial break up with her. Things changed; they were no longer the same as before. He had to watch as each day passed by, and Setsura fell for another person who wasn't him.

…

Year 201X

"Yang, have you ever confessed to anyone before?"

Yang almost dropped the rubric cube in his hands. "Confess, you?"

"There's somebody I like… Hey, what do you mean by you? Even I can confess to someone."

"I thought you had a policy about love and men…"

Yang thought that things would be okay.

He would stick by her side closely like before.

Many people gave him odd looks. Some whispered and said things behind his back. But none of that mattered. He knew it was shameless of him. Still, he wanted to try this.

"I do have a policy, and I'm terrified of other guys…"

"Then…"

Setsura looked down, "But, you know he's different. He's never mistreated me or looked at me with contempt… He is different from those other guys."

She didn't mention any names. However, Yang felt like he knew who this was about. "You want to confess to him?"

"N—not exactly, I just want to.."

This is so dammed frustrating to listen to.

….

Present

As each day went by, the feelings she had for that guy changed. Before long, Yang felt that she gradually grew more distant from him. He understood the reason why. People misunderstood their relationship easily. But, it was painful when she purposely distanced herself from him.