Eternal Melody

The ability to control her strange ability. Lately, she would practice on the river bank not too far from the bar whenever she has time in the morning. But, it is difficult for her to control something she does not understand.

Attending summer classes, initially, Sumire wanted to skip. She still felt very strange and did not want to be around others. But when she heard that Yuhi would come too, she decided to go. She has yet to see him, however.

Her thoughts broke off when somebody placed magazines in front of her.

[Nagawa Sano spotted with his fiance]

[Will they get married this year?]

"So this is why the bastard has been quiet lately." Aika trailed off and sighed. "Honestly, I don't know why this guy even bothers you so much when he has somebody else."

"I won't defend him. But, he is the type of person who can't say no to his family. He may act all arrogant, but only around those outside his elite circle."

It was one of the first things she noticed about him.

His inability to protect her from his family was one of the key factors that destroyed their relationship. She initially put up with all the abuse from them and did whatever they wanted.

But there was a certain line that she would never cross just to please them. Now that she thought about it, Sano doesn't know about what happened behind the scenes. Whenever he left her alone with his family, he didn't know what those people tried to do.

If he knew, would he have tried to protect her?

"Sumire?"

"Uh, yes?"

Aika sighed. "You know you act very strange when I mention that guy. I know you two were in a relationship before, but he hurt you."

"I won't forget that." Sumire nodded at her friend's words. "But, unlike before, I don't think ignoring him will do any good."

Besides, there is something different about that person, and he is no longer the same as before. For some reason, she wants to learn more about him. It was an unusual feeling. Initially, she did not think he had changed, but his actions before she gave birth proved otherwise. Moreover, she heard from the other nurses what happened. She almost died giving birth.

Sano could have chosen to get rid of the child to save her. She knew that he was against the child, and yet he saved them both. That person is very unusual. Could it be he is serious about her?

Aika suddenly sat down beside her, and Sumire realized the class started, so she put the magazines away.

"This class will be graded twenty percent on attendance, forty percent on assignments, and seventy percent on exams."

At that comment, she raised her eyebrows. So the total is over a hundred? As she would expect from a school in Tokyo. Their lessons are in another league. The reason why she decided to take this extra class was because they have flexible lesson hours.

"I don't mind exams, but." Sumire looked towards her friend. "I thought you hated those. Besides, this has nothing to do with fashion."

It was a general studies course regarding business, not that she minded. But she thought Aika would choose something fashion-related. Since she is seriously working on her career now, Sumire wanted to improve on those aspects too.

"My bad content has nothing to do with fashion but in terms of visual."

Sumire watched as a man with short black hair wearing black frames, and a navy blue colored shirt appeared. "This person will be your main teacher for this course."

"Hello my name is Takamura Hayato. I will be the representative for this class. I shall inform you now that while I am your representative, I am still learning this job. But that does not mean I am ignorant. I shall monitor your attendance and assignments carefully. If you have any questions, feel free to ask."

"See, the visual is good here," Aika said.

Sumire sighed deeply. She should have known it was something to do with guys. Her gaze fell on the man at the front. Well, she supposes there is something attractive there. But she is surrounded by too many handsome-looking guys. So he looks normal. Moreover, Yuhi is a lot more handsome.

Her thoughts broke off when she felt his gaze on her, and Sumire blinked surprised. The moment she looked back, however, the man turned away from her.

Was it just her imagination, or did he just look at her?

It was a mere introduction for the class, so it did not take longer than an hour. Aika practically dragged her out of the classroom.

"I tried to flaunt my charms there, but he did not react. What is with this guy? Is he bisexual?"

Her sweatdropped when she heard those words. "Well, maybe your not his type?"

"That's the thing, Im, not interested. But I heard rumors that he didn't even have any reaction to Asami, too, so I wanted to see."

"Not even Asami-san?"

Aika nodded. "There is no way. The only other person who could resist Asami's charms is well Yuhi. But that is because he has only ever loved you, right?"

"Then if we use that logic, maybe he already has somebody he loves deeply."

"Yeah, but still-"

"Miss Ibuki." A voice called out.

Aika and her turned around to spot the man from earlier.

"Ah yes?" Sumire answered when she realized that he called out to her.

"I was wondering what kind of food do you like?"

"Food?" Sumire said, puzzled.

"T-the ones we have in the cafeteria."

"I usually take the A lunch, but the S set looks appealing recently."

At that comment, the man pulled out some meal tickets. "If you like, here."

"Uh." Sumire looked at the yellow-colored tickets. "Thank you?" She did not understand what was going on here. The man merely nodded before rushing away.

Aika, however, exclaimed loudly. "Wait, wait, what? I knew he was staring at you earlier, but what on earth is with this development?"

"Ssh, don't fuss-"

"I merely had too many."

"That's one crappy excuse! Then why didn't you give me any?"

"..."

Sumire watched as he scurried off. But she could not miss his red-stained face. She glanced at the meal tickets. 'So it was something like that?' They don't even know each other, though, so isn't it weird?

"I can't believe this. He is interested in you."

"Don't overthink it."

"No, no, that reaction was certainly the reaction of a guy in love. Hey, would you go on a date with him if he asked?"

"Hmmm, well, he is cute, but I prefer a more dangerous look, like my darling."

"Speaking of him, I hear rumors that Yuhi is thinking of joining Quatro Light? Is that true?"

"Mmm, well, he is thinking about it a lot."

"Does that mean you don't see him as much?"

"Uh well, we do have breakfast together." Sumire sensed her friend's sudden change in tone.

Aika's eyes twitched, annoyed. "I bet he leaves really quickly too?"

Her sweat fell when she saw Aika's anger. Uh-oh.