We Will Meet Again

That look was enough for her to understand. No, matter what this person does. He won't be able to understand her; he isn't the one she is looking for. The one hand that will hold onto hers no matter what. It isn't Chauncey Long's. She thought his feelings were sincere; to a certain degree, she acknowledged it. But, it seems like he couldn't even notice this one thing about her. How disappointing, then again, did she actually expect anything from this person?

It surprised her.

One second he is all meek and glum. But, in the next second, he grabbed hold of her wrist again.

A sad look flashed through his eyes as he tightened his hold on her wrist, "I resulted from my father raping my mother. My mother was very unstable, and she'd freak out sometimes and yell and scream at me, calling me filthy and unwanted. I guess…I just can't see myself as anymore."

At that comment, Setsura's eyes widened. So, that's why. When Setsura was investigating, a trail leading her to suspect the Long family. When she saw that person from the Long family, it didn't surprise her. She finally understood why Akito told her to stay away. The Long family is dangerous. The reason why Chauncey Long accepted the engagement with Natasha was to get a footing in his family. With the way things were, all he could do was blindly follow them like a dog.

"You should have run when you had the chance," Chauncey told her.

"Why would I run?"

Chauncey looked troubled, but Setsura continued.

"You know about it, don't you, Chauncey? About what the three of them did to their own mother?" She asked.

Chauncey stared at her, blankly. For a moment, there was nothing but silence between them.

"We all have family problems. I'm assuming your talking about those triples. They were no exception. At least, I think you're talking bout those three."

"Correct," her gaze fell on his hand still on her wrist. She felt very uncomfortable with any men touching her. Chauncey Long is no exception. While she didn't scream or flinch when he grabbed hold of her, it still made her uncomfortable.

He must have realized since he loosened his grip. A relieved sigh escaped her lips. 'Things are getting better,' Setsura thought. Regarding her fear towards men. Unlike before, she has progressed a great deal. But, it seems like there is still some lingering side effects. It's not like she expected things would get better immediately. Setsura understood the main reason for her case. It was due to what happened when she was younger.

Particular events from childhood lead to a huge scar. Though Setsura could not pinpoint the exact memory, she understood how grave her situation is. Setsura would not have realized her fear if she didn't encounter Touma. When she first met Akito, nothing happened after all. Then again, she did feel afraid when those police officers approached her.

Should she ask him to let go? No, right now, that isn't the time. He just told her some large scale news in such little time. Setsura was still trying to process the information. She already suspected that Chauncey had family problems too. During those two times, she came over to his place with Akito. Setsura didn't see his parents even once; at first, she thought it was a coincidence. But, listening to him speak. It seems like that isn't the case here.

"What do you want from me? What do you expect from someone powerless, hideous, and polluted as I am?" Chauncey asked. She simply stared into his eyes as he did in hers. Hr could tell she was feeling remorse. Setsura didn't hide the look of sadness.

Alas, even if she wishes to stay away from him. After hearing something like that. How could she possibly pull away? Even if she is a cruel person, she isn't this cruel. Besides, it seems like there is still more to this person than meets the eye. She still has to observe him for a bit longer.

But why...for someone like him? Someone as monstrous as he was? It was hard for her to swallow hearing such words. setsura

Chauncey pulled her into his arms. "Sir, Long?"

He clenched his teeth. "I don't understand at all, what is this feeling? Why does my heart whenever I see you...? What the hell is wrong with me these days?"

A knowing, ah escaped her lips. It seems like he still doesn't understand his own feelings. It's quite surprising, really. But, considering his behavior. Setsura felt a heavy gaze on her and noted it belonged to Akito, her sweat fell. 'Don't give her that look.' He's the one who suddenly embraced her like this. Setsura coughed, and Chauncey immediately drew himself away from her.

It seems like his own actions rendered him speechless too. Chauncey looked away awkwardly.

"I don't think I should see you for a while," Chauncey murmured.

She raised her eyebrows at this. One, why does it sound like she is the one getting turned down? Two, they don't even meet that often. Ever since the first time she learned about Chauncey Long. Setsura took great lengths to avoid him. She felt it was the best move for the two of them. It seems like. However, this man has gotten the wrong idea the entire time. Does he think she's purposely been running into him?

This is a new form of delusional. Unfortunately, Setsura could not say a word.

If she says anything, won't he try to twist it into his logic? Forget it; this guy keeps adding to her stress levels. In the first place, who gave him the courage to speak to her this way? They are only acquaintances who happen to see one another once in a while.

"Indeed, it would be better for me not to meet with you. When I'm around you, I slowly find myself growing crazy. I can't allow that to happen anymore," he mumbled. "Your not mine, your Akito's. But, if I keep seeing you. I won't be able to control myself."

She rolled her eyes at this. Well, at least he acknowledges that she isn't his. Still, Setsura wonders what kind of thoughts he is entertaining in his head. They aren't even close enough for him to speak like this about her? Then again, maybe just maybe this was her fault. Despite her rude remarks, she has expressed concern whenever they speak. She always talks to him whenever they cross paths. If she wanted, it would be easy to ignore him.

Frowning and mumbling to herself, Setsura realized her mistake immediately. It seems like he isn't completely delusional; he has a reason to believe they are close. However, Setsura honestly didn't want to deal with him.

Setsura says nothing else to him and waits until Akito returns. Akito took his time coming over despite being close. The second he came over, she buried her face in his arms.

Akito laughed, "Sorry, this whole thing ruined our time together. I know, we were supposed to.."

Setsura shook her head, "No, this is interesting."

A member of the Long family was with the notorious killer before his death. They were walking side by side. Right after, the man got killed. It's suspicious, no matter how anyone looks at it.