We Will Meet Again

A content sigh passed Setsura's lips, as Akito decided to attack her neck with kisses.

"I came here to give you a lovey-dovey lunch, by me."

Akito glanced over at the two layered lunch box by the table and smiled. "For me?"

"Yes, unfortunately."

He laughed, "Don't be sulky, I apologize for being late. But I was in the meeting."

"I'll forgive you," Setsura turned around. "If you kiss me properly, or are you telling me your fine with this?"

He stared at her blankly for a few minutes before he leaned down and kissed her. Honestly, he still needs to adjust. Setsura is different from that woman. She is a lot bolder and expresses her feelings more. Then again maybe it helps that they started of as friends before he figured he liked her.

A simple kiss turns into a somewhat passionate one. Before he knew it, Akito had laid the girl down on the couch. He was supporting her head with his hands and kissing her deeply. 

One of the main reasons why he fell for Setsura is well her kindness. It sounds so superficial but Akito was touched by her actions. While she clearly had her own problems, she still listened to him. Ever since he was younger, unknowingly he developed a mind set to always remain strong. So, when Setsura first saw his weak side. Akito wanted to go find a hole and hide. How could he possibly show her such a terrible side to himself? 

He thought he blew any chances he had to get together with her. Though it was still a vague thought then. It still embarrassed him. Akito thought that Setsura would look down on him. He thought that she would react negatively. So many people after his wife left tried to reach out for him. At first Akito didn't even have the strength to push those people away.

But after he saw how badly they were failing, he decided to completely close of his heart. So many tried to heal him, but none succeeded. That's why Akito stopped expecting things from others. It was supposed to be the same for Setsura. However, it was not like that at all. 

She didn't laugh or scorn him in anyway. She listened to him, and wiped his tears away. Setsura held him tightly. It was the first time she took the initiative to embrace him. Though she held him whenever she had nightmares. It was different, it was the first time for Akito to properly feel her warmth. Setsura showed him how to fall in love again, how to accept the world. That's why he would do anything for her sake.

After kissing for a long time. Akito drew back, and the girl sighed. "Your a beast even when we're kissing, what did I get myself into?"

Akito chuckled, "We can truly test that beast statement in other ways."

Setsura rolled her eyes and pointed to the food. "Eat first."

"I didn't think you'd make me food," Akito murmured. So, this is why Setsura insisted on eating in their offices today. He presumed that they would be going to her office. But, it turns out Setsura is low key gathering updates on the case. She works way too much. Seeing this Akito knew he had to work harder.

Setsura sighed and rolled her eyes, "It was made to look homemade."

"Meaning?"

"I gave up," Setsura said flatly. It was clear that she did not want to speak about the topic anymore.

He chuckled, 'She may have gotten better at cooking. But she hasn't mastered it completely.' Whenever she fails badly, she ends up buying as a replacement. Akito hugged her again, "There is something special about my girlfriend making me lunch."

"Again, that's illogical since I didn't make it."

"It's the thought that counts." Akito wasn't kidding about this. The fact that Setsura thought to bring him food, and well the fact that she learned how to cook. It was enough.

"Besides, what is so special about my cooking. When you clearly received so many other gifts?"

Akito sweat fell at her comment. She must have searched his office up and down and found those gifts. "Don't be mad, it was only recently.."

"How recent?"

"Uh, recently. A few days back, maybe there is some from today."

Ever since the news got out that he was dating Setsura. Many of the girls who stayed away from him before all believed that he stood a chance. Apparently he is more approachable now or something. According to his coworkers that the only reason they stayed away for so long is because everybody knew what happened with his wife. They were all under the impression that he needed time to move forward and all that. But now that he is with Setsura it is a different story.

Akito sighed when he recalled that talk. What stupid people. It's not like he's properly moved on yet. But Setsura is doing her best to heal his wounds. His gaze drifted towards the girl, "Do you want to know what happened in the meeting?"

"Is it that obvious why I came here?"

Akito smiled, "I knew you'd be curious."

"Well, yes."

"I'm debating with them to get jurisdiction over the shards case," Akito explained. Though he did discuss this with her beforehand. Each time he said it, Setsura seemed genuinely surprised. 

"Are you, doing this for me? You didn't have an interest before.."

Akito looked away and the girl sighed. "Akito, I appreciate your efforts. But, if you don't want to then don't. You'll tire yourself out for nothing."

His gaze softened at her words. She always claims that she has a bad personality, but then she says things like this. While Akito couldn't disagree with that statement, he couldn't completely agree. Setsura is kind to those who show her genuine kindness and those who treat her well. She is brutal to those who don't. 

"You don't have to worry. Even before you came here the case interested me. Otherwise I would not have accepted it," Akito admitted. He didn't know what it was. But when he first saw the case, there was something about it that interested him. "So, I'm doing this not just for you. But for me too."

"It's mainly for me though," Setsura mumbled.

Akito laughed and Setsura extended her hand out to caress his face. "You have the bad habit of pushing yourself too Akito. Even if it is for my sake and I'm flattered. Do not let people harm and bad mouth you for the sake of it. You don't have to become a bad guy for my sake. It would be illogical for you to do something that stupid."

He recalled what happened at the meeting earlier. It was illogical indeed. While his methods were never normal, it was a first for him. Acting as a bad guy. If Setsura found out she would certainly get mad. 'A bit too late, he already played the role earlier.' Akito thought. But he had ways to ensure it doesn't reach her ears.

Setsura is sharp and clever. So she will find out eventually, but for now he will hide it.

*UNEDITED*