Eternal Melody

Young and naive, huh?

That is the one thing she will agree to. She was young and very naive. What was she thinking dating a person like this? How could she fall for those honey coated words? Back then she probably just wanted somebody to love her, she wanted to stop feeling so empty and useless.

Sano was the perfect person to fill that gap in her heart. He was the kind of guy she needed at that time.

At least at the time she had no idea what he was really like. He was her first boyfriend and she was very new to relationships. Since he was the older one, she simply followed whatever he said. He was the one with experience and knew what he was doing.

She did not question him when he first kissed her, or when he started doing a bit more. She didn't question him at all. But maybe she should have. 'There were times where I hesitated, where his actions frightened me.' Sumire regretted not speaking up then.

"Do you want to get back together?" Sumire asked.

Sanos lips curve to a smile. "This is what I love about you, you're very smart for your age. Not only are you smart, you do everything I say. You do not complain but you're not submissive either. If there is something you dislike, you would tell me immediately." Sano paused. "You're also in a good position in the entertainment industry despite your break."

A good position? Now that she thought about it, even back then Sano mentioned something about it. He wants to gain some connections in the entertainment industry.

"But more than that, I am looking forward to seeing how much you have grown." He lets go of her hair and extends his hand out.

Sumire could no longer take it and the moment he reached towards her, she grabbed his hand and sent him flying. A large crashing sound - and Sano leaned weakly against the wall. Traces of blood on his forehead.

"Nagawa-san!"

"Oh goodness, somebody call the president."

"What a violent and scary girl."

Sumire however did not mind the comments and walked over to where Sano was. "Did I not say so before? I am not a pushover. Do not bring this matter up to me again."

How could he even suggest something so ridiculous as getting back together with her? No, this man only wants somebody he can sleep with. He simply enjoys the joy and thrill of dating a younger woman. He does not have feelings for her at all. He wants to take advantage of the current hype around her. His role is simple, to play the Prince charming who helped her move on.

It disgusted her. Did he think she would not notice?

Her thoughts broke off when she felt a familiar warmth. Yuhi hugged her from the back. "Want to go home?"

Sumire nodded. "Yes please."

"You heard that, I am leaving."

"But the recording--"

"We can do it another day, I wasn't in the mood today since so many unnecessary people are around." Yuhi did not mention any names but she followed his gaze.

Sano laughed. "It seems like I am in the way here." He weakly got up. Blood gushed down the wound on his forehead.

One of the female assistants in the room came over very concerned. "I'm fine."

Sumire couldn't miss the subtle way he flirted with the assistant and sighed.

This is what she disliked about him. Even when they dated, he would casually flirt around with other women in front of her. Whenever she mentioned it, he would tell her jealousy is cute but if she overdoes it, it will become unsightly.

Back then she only paid attention to the cute comment and not the second part. If she paid attention to the latter then maybe something would change. Maybe she would have been the one doing the dumping.

Sumire tugged on Yuhi's sleeve. "I want to go."

Yuhi nodded. "Okay." He turned to Sano. "There is an infirmary on this floor, I'm sure the staff will take care of you."

"I see."

"Before I leave," Yuhi looked over at the other people in the room. "None of this leaves the room."

Sumire could not miss the dangerous look in his eyes and shuddered. So this is how Yuhi normally treats other people? This is the first time she is seeing it. Yuhi wrapped his arms around her shoulders. "What about buying groceries?"

"Mm, not in the mood now. We still have some ramen right?"

Yuhi laughed. "Cool, that sounds good."

...…

Apartment

Sumire sighed deeply, she just finished preparing the meal. So many hours have passed since then and it was already time for dinner. But she still couldn't forget what happened earlier. To think she met that man again after so long. Sumire understood that they would eventually meet again, even if she avoided the entertainment industry. There is still the business world. Sumire had not thought of Sano in so long, but now that she has, she feels strange again.

That person has not changed even though so much time has passed. Still the same jerk, Sumire wondered why she even bothered with a man like that. The words young and naive echoed in her head. She was indeed young and naive.

Back then it did not matter to her who she went out with, as long as she could fill the empty feeling in her heart. The person named Sano, now that he has returned. Sumire knew she would have to face him. But her gaze fell on Yuhi who just entered the kitchen, she wont be alone. He will be there for her.

Yuhi did not hesitate to defend her. She thought he would handle the situation professionally, but he discarded his professionalism to help her. He would do that much for her sake.