We Will Meet Again

*UNEDITED*

Indeed with the girl's schedule, Akito knew at most she could only manage a few baths in between jobs. But even so it's never made much of a difference. Still, what is Yang thinking? While it's good experience for Setsura getting involved in the crime scene more. Akito didn't think Yang would completely neglect the girl. Akito is using the word neglect here because if he really watched over her. Setsura would not be in this state right now.

"I know, but still! This time it was worse than usual," Setsura exclaims.

Akito shook his head, "No, that time back in the escape job was worse."

Setsura however stopped him from saying anymore.

"Honestly, I don't mind it," Akito trailed off. "Hygiene is important yes. But, with our jobs. It's only natural for us to forget our appearance..."

"I understand that, but still it's different for females!"

Uhh, now she's mentioning that? What happened to that equality talk she mentioned not too long ago? Whenever Akito said something like, 'girls shouldn't do this.' Setsura often gave him a lecture before females and males.

Akito positioned himself on the ground by the books, as he patted the empty spot beside him. "Here, sit down."

"Ummm… I'll just stand here…"

'Ummm?' Setsura seldom acts nervous or uses such vague words. Is she actually worrying about this right now? Is really serious about this? Akito glanced over at the girl and saw that she didn't budge an inch. His eyes twitched in annoyance. So she is actually serious? Unbelievable! He never thought she could be so unreasonable. Then again, it seems like there are many things he doesn't know about her.

A deep sigh passed his lips, "Setsura, I just said it was fine," he walked over and grabbed hold of the girl. Setsura attempted to escape and squirmed in his arms. The entire time the girl avoided his gaze, leading to him growing increasingly more frustrated.

Setsura vigorously shook her head, "It's fine, I'll just leave. Besides I don't know what I was thinking come here. I must be crazy, bothering you after breaking up with you."

"How can you be a bother?" Akito exclaimed. "I love everything about you.."

He never once thought she was a bother. In fact, Akito wanted her to rely and bother him.

"Shameless!"

"Shameless or whatever, I think I stink too. I've been on sight the last few days too."

"No you're fine as it is. I don't mind it, in fact you've always smelled good," she mumbled quietly.

Akito heard the girl loud and clear. Sometimes it feels like their thoughts are on the same wave length. But, there are also times where he has no idea what she is thinking. Right now for example, what is going on in her mind right now?

"And I'm telling you I don't mind it either!!" Akito exclaimed. It's a good thing that nobody else is here. He wouldn't know how to explain this crazy situation.

This isn't going to go anywhere is it? They've been shouting at each other back and forth for awhile now. At the rate this is going, she will end up leaving and returning to Yang's Although he did come here for some peace and quiet, now that she's here he won't let her go anywhere. Besides, since he no longer sees her every day like before. Akito knew he has to treasure every single other moment with her.

'Good grief!'

He pulled the girl into his arms quickly. Akito securely wrapped his arms around her, making sure she couldn't break free from his hold.

"Akito, L-Let me g-…!" Setsura stammered.

'She's acting so shy around him...' Akito didn't know what was going on in her head. However, for her to loose her calm composure like this. Maybe Katakura said something strange to her about him. He doubts Setsura's current strange behaviour has anything to do with Yang. Then again, that's what he wants. Akito wants to believe that Yang and Setsura are not close enough.

"If I do let you go, then you'll over think things again."

"No, there's no need to hold back from saying it!"

"I'm not," he trails of his gaze darkens slightly when Akito spotted a mark on her neck, "Though I am holding back a whole lot of other things…"

"Eh, there is something else?!"

"There is, a lot," Akito muttered. He is holding back from touching her, from kissing her and taking her in his arms all over again. How many more days does he have to go through this torture? Akito doesn't understand Setsura at all. If she loves him so much, why doesn't she return to his side? Seriously, what is she trying to do to him?

For awhile they didn't speak as he finds himself indulging in the brunettes scent. He really has missed her, she was only gone for two weeks and yet for him those two weeks felt like forever. Ever since that time, he has been by her side constantly after all, so to suddenly be ripped apart from her like that. He hugged the girl tighter, to think that she's right here beside him after all that's happened. For sure there was a chance of her staying with Yang permanently and yet she still came back to him.

When he heard the news that she was coming to see him. Akito was the most relieved out of anyone.

She came back.

That means she really does want to be with him.

So, even long before that fancy speech of hers. Akito knew the girl still had feelings for him. That's why the break up wasn't that bad. Akito understood it was only temporary.

Akito thought that if she spent a longer time period closely with Yang, then she would realise that her feelings for him weren't strong enough. But once again it seems like she proved him wrong. Setsura hesitated to date him due to her past. So many people messed her up even though they told her they would stay by her side. People who said the same things as him and yet left her. Naturally, her trust in people faded over time. Forget entering a relationship with someone, just having normal relations must have been difficult for her.

Akito didn't say anything to her, but he continued caressing her hair. He could hear the sound of the girl's heartbeat. It's so loud right now..

"Hm?" Akito noticed that the girl gradually became even more nervous.

"M- My hair…Don't get close to my hair."

Indeed he buried in the girls hair, the entire time - taking in her sweet scent. She kept talking about smell and all that. However, Akito couldn't tell the difference at all. Maybe it's like what she said with him.

"Yes yes."

Akito merely used his free hand on the girls locks. This lead to pulling her even closer to him. Closer and closer, no matter how close they get he still can't shake the feeling of uneasiness. Even though they are no longer a couple, not much has changed between them. While they can't see each other every single day anymore. Setsura and him have not changed at all. Their dynamics and interactions. Sure, there are more awkward silences. However, they both fill the awkward silences with meaningful actions.

The entire time he was in deep thought, Akito noted how Setsura spent her time. She was casually playing with his hand. For the two of them, there is nobody else who can understand them.