Dream Star 553 Get A Grip

"Then, should I tell you what happened?" a female voice came from the doorway, disrupting their conversation. There stood a fragile-looking girl wearing a pale nightgown. Her long black hair seemed messy, but the sight was dazzling nonetheless.

Haruka frowned and let's go of Mei. He rushed over to Lila's side so quickly.

"Wife, what are you doing? Go back to bed," Haruka was fretting about and scanning Lila up and down.

Lila laughed, "But I'm okay. I wanted to take a short walk."

"No, you're so pale, and you're still cold," Haruka wrapped his arms around Lila. "Wife, are you warmer now? Do you need anything?"

Uhh, these two get lost in their own world so easily. Don't they remember Aizawa Mei is still in the room?

"You said what really happened. But, he touched me. I know you have something against me, Lila. However, I didn't think you'd see through Zane's plan and ask Austin-san to harm me."

So, this was a plan to trap Lila?

Lila deeply sighed, "Aizawsan, you really are ridiculous. One, today is the first day I've met Kiryu in so long. I've been stuck in the hospital. Haruka has had my phone the entire time since he didn't want people disturbing me. Two, isn't Zane in the hospital? Zane was the one who did that to you."

"Wh—what are you talking about? I have no relations.h.i.+p with…"

"And that's another funny thing. Apparently, you didn't get raped by a group of men; you slept with Zane."

"T—th—"

"I have the surveillance video," Lila lifted her phone. "Do you want it?"

Kiryu, who was standing by and watching, couldn't help but smile. Even when she is weak, she can still fight back. Before Aizawa Mei could reach Lila's phone, Haruka already took it from Lila. His expression clouded more and more.

"Ah..mmmm ahhh...rougher, go rougher…"

The sound of a woman moaning heavily. Just listening to it, it doesn't seem like anybody is being forced.

"You lied to me?"

At that comment, Aizawa grabbed hold of Haruka's leg, "I can explain! Please.."

"I don't want to see you now; you disgust me. Wife, let's go back."

"Mm! I want to eat your food."

Haruka looked over at him, apologetically and patted his shoulders. "Let's go for drinks some time."

...

Studio

After that hospital farce, yes, it was a farce. Lila didn't even bat an eyelid. She looked very exhausted, and clearly standing up took a lot of strength. Kiryu felt bad that she came over to save him. Since she got back, all he has done is cause her to worry about him. Kiryu laid on the ground, wearing a pair of silver headphones as he gazed at the ceiling.

In the end, they didn't discuss the songs much. But, just knowing that she looked at them was enough for him.

Really Lila, what is she doing to him? To a person like him, he's already obtained enough happiness. He doesn't need anything more. From the moment they met, you've been giving him. No, not just him but countless other people's hopes, dreams.

"I wondered why recently I haven't been finding you in your room. So you rented out this area?" a voice from above said.

Kiryu looked up and saw pink hair, "Misaki, rather...it's easier to sleep here."

He knew she has the master keys to that other room, after all. She practically just admitted that she had hidden intentions.

"Are all these pictures, for Teras.h.i.+ma Lila?" Misaki examined the paintings that were on the ground.

"Yeah, that girl, for some reason, likes my explosive paintings."

Misaki then approached the canvas he had just been working on, "I can see why. If you approached me in this manner, I can't find a reason to refuse."

"Is it that obvious?" he mumbled.

"Yes, and so is what's about to happen next," when Misaki bashed her forehead with his. It was very unexpected.

"Ouch."

"You, why are you fooling around with Miyazawa Rosalia again?"

Crud, Haruka must have told her. So much for keeping it a secret. Kiryu rubbed his sore forehead with his hands and sat up. "I made a deal with her last month."

Misaki, however, wasn't pleased with his response. "Quit messing around, Kiryu. Why waste your time doing something like this again? I know things aren't the best for you and Lila right now. But do you really have to stoop so low?"

"Hah," Kiryu laughed. "What else do you want me to do about it? Lila won't come back to me no matter what happens. Even though I told her it was okay for us to be friends, do you think that's possible for me?"

It's impossible; he's loved Lila for such a long time. He's dedicated his entire life around her.

A deep sigh escaped Misaki's lips. "You've become such a hopeless man. I'm disappointed."

".."

"Kiryu, I know it's hard for you. But you have to get a grip. Lila won't come back to you. She's very happy with Haruka. You had your chance, but you blew it. I thought something would change if she knew the full story, but Lila didn't return to you, did she?"

That's true, Lila heard the truth, but she didn't return. Before Kiryu could say another word, his phone started beeping. He dove into his pocket and pulled it out to find an incoming call from...

Incoming call: Teras.h.i.+ma Lila

Huh? Wait...

He stared dumbly at his phone for a few minutes. It was only when Misaki clicked the answer b.u.t.ton for him, did he finally snap out of it. "h.e.l.lo, Kiryu?"

"Uh, hey.."

Lila laughed, "I'm sorry, were you sleeping?"

"No," Kiryu was sleepy earlier. But now, after hearing her voice, he is fully awake.

"I was wondering if I could ask you for a favor. Your villa in the mountains, can we use it for a training camp again?"

That villa?

"Sure. Do you mind if I come along?"

"Ah! Yes, please."

"..So..uh.."

"About what we spoke about. Sorry, I was a bit overwhelmed. I'm calmer now. I've always loved the songs you wrote for me, Kiryu. They were filled with your feelings for me, even now that hasn't changed."

Is that why she had that emotional outburst? Because she noticed his feelings hadn't changed? How awkward. Lila is way too sharp when it concerns these matters.

"You don't have to say sorry."

"That's true," Lila agreed. "So about the camp…"

A camp in the villa, it reminds him of last year. Last year...

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Year 2034

"I love it when you're gentle, Kiryu."

Whose fault is it that he's become like this? Or rather....she's really dangerous. Her voice sounds like a bell. It's so cute that sometimes it's hard to follow what she's saying. This mindset is exactly why he's been pouncing on her more recently. He needs to snap out of it. But it's difficult when she's so cute. He hugs her tightly, and she laughs even more. Gee, she is laughing so innocently without understanding her effect on him.

"Kiryu, Kiryu," Lila said.

"Hm?"

"I love you!"

This entire time he held himself back. But, not now. Look how cute she is, Kiryi bends down and kisses her. A slightly pa.s.sionate and yet sweet kiss.

She seemed very puzzled, "Eh, eh? Um?"

"Alright, back to work."

That should be enough, right? Enough to satisfy him? He can't do anything else in this fragile state of hers. Besides, other people are here, too; it isn't just them.

"Wah um wait Kiryu. How come?"

"Its nothing."

"Um, so you just kissed me like that cause you're a pervert? Okay."

"Oi, that's not it. I kissed you because I wanted to. ...because you're adorable. What is wrong with that?"

He is glad that his fellow G.o.d5 members aren't here right now, they'd definitely make fun of him.

"Wah, that's embarra.s.sing, Kiryu. You said something super cheesy."

"And tell me who's fault is it?"

Lila nodded, "Mine, cause you're obsessed with me."

So if she knows that, why is she saying it? Well, if she really understands. He cupped her cheeks; and kissed her again. But this time with more pa.s.sion. A more adult-like kiss. When Kiryu pulled back, to examine her expression. Her whole face had turned a bright shade of red.

"Obsessed indeed. Hurry up and go back to sleep."

"Wahh—you're a dummy Kiryu !!!! I told you not to do that in public. I— I'm leaving."

She's so cute. What the h.e.l.l was that all about? Kiryu watched from the corner and saw her staggering. He stood up and steadied her from falling. "Let me take you back."

"Okay...carry me?"

Kiryu picked her up, and she immediately wrapped her hands around his neck and buried her head there. "So warm and comfortable...Goodnight."

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Present-day

The two of them have so many memories together. Ever since she came back, all those memories keep floating back. Realizing that he didn't answer her yet, Kiryu abruptly replied. "Send me the details over."

"It's really okay?" Lila asked.

"Mm," he ran his hands through his hair and noticed that Misaki had left. A piece of paper was stuck to the door.

I'm staying in this hotel

Meet with me

And we can continue this conversation

- Misaki

"Room arrangements...uh...you know maybe it's a bad idea."

"I know we have memories here, Lila, but you don't have to feel awkward about it."

"Well, if you say so... Then I'll forward the rest of the details. Thank you so much, Kiryu," Lila trailed off. "For the songs too..."

Huh? Before Kiryu could inquire what she meant. Lila had already hung up the phone. The songs, huh? Since she thanked him, does that mean she will use it? That would be great if that were the case.

Who is he kidding, though? This is going to be awkward.