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 Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 5:48 am
Ninja or Hamu...You decide!
Dirty Little Secrets------------------------------------------------}:-  Yamada Haru
It's the Devil in the Details...
......What a tangled web we weave......
Haru glanced down at the tiles on the floor for a moment, "While I've never seen Matsumoto Izo, hurt anyone himself, there have been times that the right things have happened at the right moments for him." He didn't continue into details because he had a feeling Naoko was smart enough to understand his drift.
"There is worse, trust me." his answer short and sweet but the amazing and strange part about Yamada-san seemd to be in his reaction to Naoko's words. As gruesome as they were he seemed almost affected by them; not one cringe at any of the comments. No, it wasn't a natural reaction and probably gave clues to a much darker side to Haru.
However, while Haru might have something hidden in his closet, he didn't seem to let that come into his day to day work. "Your bodyguards are waiting outside this door. After you're out of this hospital bed, they are on you 24/7. You and Ryuukaze-san. I've told them that you're not even peeing without them checking the stalls. No more kidnappings...insane maniacs, or people who don't play well with pianos. I dare say if I have to have these body guards sleeping with you and Ryuukaze like teddy bears to keep you both safe I will. So be good...and don't make me make them suffer."
Haru seems very firm on that last one. Maybe it was because he walked in on the bunnies and knew exactly what they were like. But then he headed towards the door as he looked at his watch. "I should let you rest, Naoko-san. I must work out Shou's schedule since you and Ryuukaze-san will be unable to attend all the after show interviews. The event really was a success. You should be proud... My inbox has been filling up non stop with messages."
-:{------------------------------------------------Dirty Little Secrets
I'll keep my dirty little secrets.
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 2:31 pm
The medicine which the nurse had injected... worked quickly. It calmed Akihiko down, forced him into a state of semi-consciousness, and took away his pain.
About half an hour or so later, the musician's blue eyes opened, and he was confused to see Hiroki Asato and... some other man.
"I see the pest finally left..." Narcissus spoke, making sure not to move at all since he didn't want to trigger another attack. "So, Asato... seems I don't remember the last three months. Tell me... was this 'manager' lying to me? Is what Izzy Lucky said true?" his smirk turned dark... very very dark... "Are you really that old b*****d's next in line these days?"
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 2:37 pm
Naoko didn't like the idea of being shadowed. Hell, it felt like he was being stalked more than protected.
But with the way things had been going lately... well... how could he not help feeling safe if there were so many large muscular people ready to defend himself and his love to the death?
"Arigatou, Yamada-san." the blond spoke, actually being nice again for a change.
It hardly meant he was going to reconsider his current course of action, but it did at least mean that he was prepared to at least hear the other side of the argument out.
He didn't believe Yamada though when the man said there was worse.
What could BE worse?
But the pianist didn't push the subject, sensing something far darker from the assistant than he had ever thought possible in the first place.
"I am proud. Perhaps... Well... could you get me a dvd copy when you can? I would like to see the crowd's reaction... see how well we truly did."
That, and he really wanted to see Ryu.
Even a DvD version of his akuma would be alright in that moment.
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 2:43 pm
What wouldn't I do for King and Country...
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:-  Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
The Hospital
"Izzy Lucky is not a pest, Koyasu-kun. And no he wasn't lying. He told you the truth." said Hiroki as he folded his arms and watched the younger man. "As for my position in Ohayou...Indeed. I am the next in line these days. But you didn't really want the position. You said so yourself last time we met like this in the hospital."
He looked back at Michi and then said with a sigh. "After you're well enough to leave the hospital, this man, Tanaka Michi will be in charge of your physical therapy. He works for Ohayou. You hired him but I've decided to keep him on since you probably don't remember all the help he has provided you over the last few months."
"Hello Narcissus-san." said Michi as he took in this new man. Was this really the man he had helped rehabilitate months ago? If so, it sure was a horrifying change for the worse but Michi, who really wanted to help Akihiko wouldn't just turn down this opportunity. He had to try. He wished that Ishi-san could be there to help but he realized that as much as the manager had been through, it was probably best for him not to be here. "Once the doctors think it's alright, we'll start with little things to help get you're body performing properly. I'm sure eventually you want to return to the stage, right?"
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
...Where you Lead - that is the Path I Follow. ]
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 2:50 pm
Smirking, Narcissus shook his head, "I'd rather take up my grandfather's place then perform... which means, Asato... that I'm going to have to figure out a way to beat your for ojisan's blessing... which reminds me, where is the old b*****d anyway? His own grandson's in the hospital and he doesn't have the decency to visit?" rolling his blue eyes, the musician sighed. "Figures... I really shouldn't be surprised about his lack of support. But..." that icy gaze focused on Michi and... it was if he were looking into the therapist's very soul.
"Michi-kun... if you're going to be getting my body into tip top shape... I suggest we get to know one another a little better. Or... well... you apparently already know me so maybe you can jog my memory, hmm?" he teased, obviously flirting.
But then his focus was, once more, on Hiroki. "Don't get comfortable at the top, Asato. Because I was there once... and apparently I fell. It could happen to anyone. Apparently... I tricked you into this downward spiral of mine. But do tell..." at this, he raised a suggestive eyebrow. "Did you like it? Get out all your little pent up aggressions? Have fun smacking around the spoiled brat of a prince?"
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 3:16 pm
What wouldn't I do for King and Country...
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
The Hospital
Hiroki blinked not sure he believed a word from the snake that was in the form of Koyasu-kun. He remembered how much he hated Koyasu-kun like this and the thought just grated at his nerves but this time he wasn't going to let the brat ruffle his feathers. "Oh? Really, that's surely is a change of heart. I'm surprised after the last time we were standing like this, you lying in bed telling me to watch my back and that you had big dreams for the stage. You hated the idea of doing a job that wouldn't give you time to pursue your artistic dream."
He paused for a moment looking at the man and then said, "Why do you want to beat me anyway? You've suddenly got a hankering to be in command? You know it won't give you any freedom to be on stage."
Then, he answered the question, "Mm...I've not seen him today. I've been...in...meetings." His eyes did have a heavy concern in them that relayed some discomfort that he couldn't hide. But still he moved on from the topic not wanting to talk to this Narcissus about anything relating to his new hell.
Michi smiled a little at the wink. At least the flirting hadn't changed even if the means had. "I'm hoping to do both, sir." he made sure to keep things polite. No telling what was going on in this Narcissus' head so he didn't want to chance getting off on the wrong foot until he could pry a window open to the true man that lie dormant.
"I doubt could ever get too comfortable on top. Not with you in my life." he answered however that next question caused Hiroki's eyes to narrow. And with that, he turned and asked Michi to leave the room for a moment. Michi gladly complied and waited outside the door.
Afterwards, Hiroki spoke his answer, "Sounds like you've a bit of an idea of what I went through but let me lay out your downfall so you understand fully where you stand." And so, Hiroki line by line told Koyasu-kun about his downfall. The trick in all its grueling details, his disowning, the time at Hiroki's flat were Sal beat him up and through him out in the rain after demanding a place to stay when no one else would take him in. Oh Hiroki didn't leave out anything for those unknowing ears.
And yes, he'd take in the brats foul or sarcastic words again but he wouldn't let Koyasu-kun forget how foul he had been and how Hiroki would never be tricked by his kind ever again.
But after he had finished, he looked at this new Narcissus and said, "I don't know how Izzy Lucky put up with you in those first few days. I couldn't believe he took in a wretch like you. And I couldn't believe he'd front his own money to bring you back to the stage. I don't know what he saw in you, Koyasu-kun. I seriously don't."
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
...Where you Lead - that is the Path I Follow. ]
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 4:01 pm
He listened... to every single word Hiroki Asato said. Every syllable. And while Akihiko really did want to talk more with this gorgeous Tanaka Michi...
Asato just had to be in the way.
And so, once more, Narcissus was all ears, hearing everything that had happened. Most of it, he had already gotten from Izzy so it didn't come as a surprise.
"Hahahaha, what he saw in me?" Akihiko asked, thinking about that for a moment. "Who knows... maybe he fell in love? I mean seriously, I'm ******** sexy and even you know it. Maybe I screwed him and he fell for me... I really am damn good in bed too... or maybe he's just a masochist who likes it when he gets yelled at. Either way, the man had balls for actually standing his ground in here. I like him. Course he's probably got a black eye now..."
The man wanted a cigarette... badly... but he knew he couldn't light up in a hospital room.
"I bet he did love me. I mean seriously... if the man financed me, that's like a present for a lover, right? He sees sexy, daring, talented, charming, seductive Narcissus... what the hell else is there to see?" he waved a hand as if dismissing the thought.
After all, Izzy wouldn't have been the first Ohayou man to fall for the star.
"And admit it! You had fun, even if it was a total ******** for you." he teased with a roguish smile.
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Posted: Sun Dec 19, 2010 8:08 pm
What wouldn't I do for King and Country...
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
The Hospital
"Oh good god. I can't believe you just spewed such trite crap." Hiroki just about had it up to his ears with Koyasu-kun's sarcastic and mean spirited mouth. "No...I don't think at first he invested his money in you because you so fricking sexy. Beauty only runs skin deep. He invested in you because he BELIEVED in you and your Music...your dreams. He thought you might have been worth more than this crap attitude you throw in anyone's face because they might get a little close to you.
"I can't believe that a man like you who could have gotten on stage with Shou, so recently, could lose his mind and fall so low to think that the only thing you have going for you is sex appeal. Don't you have any respect for music at all? Your other self sure as hell did." Hiroki couldn't even imagine the conversation he would have to have with Shou. That was going to be a nightmare. What could he say, Shou, the demon truly has returned and possessed Narcissus?
Fury couldn't describe how angry he was...Hiroki wanted so badly to strangle this Narcissus....strangle out all the meanness that Izzy Lucky should have never been subject to. "You know, I don't even know if you got to second base with him. I do know he got you out of your shell and gave you a life you'd never would have led had you stayed at home. When he was attacked you had been on the phone with him at the Event, I'll never forget the look on your face when all you could do was listen to what he went through. Then when we got him back, the tears in your eyes. They were real ones, Akihiko."
"That man did more for you than any one of us and after all he's been through, I won't have your evil and sadist nature ruining him. I'm sure that he was in love with the man that you were and is devastated by what you've become. No...I won't let you torture him and I'll rip up that contract taking him away from you for good." His words never more direct...serious and completely in control. He'd keep his promise even if this Koyasu-kun could not remember him making it. "You don't deserve him and I'm sure that Nakai will be quite happy having him as his full time manger."
Disgusted...that was the only thing Hiroki could think of when he looked at Narcissus. The set back of amnesia really ate at the former secretary's soul. Maybe it was because he had only so recently started to feel some respect for Koyasu-kun. Some things, had changed. Hiroki hadn't forgotten about the appointment he was suppose to make for Akihiko to see a professional but now, he doubted he could get this Koyasu-kun even near the help he needed.
But finally he answered Koyasu-kun's last poke at him, "No...I didn't have fun. I was desperate and angry. I made a mistake and have paid for it every day afterwards. My life will never be what it was before because of you." He was blunt and honest then turned and headed towards the door.
Even if Hiroki wanted to stay, he couldn't. Ohayou was more important. Every ounce of his energy had to be devoted to saving it from Matsumoto Izo. There was no one else who could do it anymore. He was Ohayou's only option. Pausing at the door, he looked back and laughed as a thought crossed his mind, "You know, I'd almost give anything to have the old you back. I could have really used his advice about now."
With that he turned the handled and began to walk out.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
...Where you Lead - that is the Path I Follow.
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 7:31 am
Ninja or Hamu...You decide!
Dirty Little Secrets------------------------------------------------}:- Yamada Haru
It's the Devil in the Details...
......What a tangled web we weave......
"Sure, I can do that." he answered, "As soon as I can get my hands on a copy. Jaz-san is handling that aspect. Wants to make sure all the sound is good and everything. You know how engineers are." Haru smiled then opened the door.
"I'm going to check on Narcissus-san's status then when I am done there, I'll check on Ryuukaze-san. Since he's in surgery still, I'm guessing that it will be a few more hours before he's in ICU. But in the mean time, get some sleep Naoko-san. If I get a DVD soon, I'll leave it near by."
With that, he walked out and started heading down the hall to get an update on Narcissus's condition. Eventually, he'd call Shou but he didn't want to rush that considering Shou was needing some 'Me time'.
-:{------------------------------------------------Dirty Little Secrets
I'll keep my dirty little secrets.
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 10:55 am
"Coward."
It was one simple word.
One very very easy to say word...
That held all the weight in the world.
"Running away? Having said your piece you think you can just leave, run from me because right now I sure as hell can't follow you?"
One lithe hand reached up, grabbing the bed rail and pulling Narcissus into a full out sitting position. Head injury and pain be damned, he wasn't about to let a mere secretary get the better of him.
"You know damn well I care about the music. I've always cared about it. I won't have you insulting my work ethic just because I happen to think my looks are a big part of my selling points."
Akihiko's blue eyes narrowed dangerously as he spoke, "How the hell would you feel if someone told you that you've forgotten the last three months of your life? If someone sat there and explained everything that had happened to you? You act as if this person that I've been for the last few months is any different than who I am now. He's not. He's the same Narcissus... it simply seems that this manager figured out how to make me drop my guard..." the musician looked away for a moment. "I don't get it... how can one man have affected me this much?" that gaze returned to Hiroki, though not as cold as it had been before. "I'm going to tell you something that you've probably already figured out by now, and if you haven't then you're a bigger idiot than i ever thought you to be." Akihiko couldn't help putting a hand to his head as the pain began to return. "That b*****d you see is my way of protecting myself. I don't want you or my manager or anyone to get to know ME. Ojisan least of all. You've put up with my bullshit for this long, what makes now any different? Why is it that now, everyone seems to think it a marvelous idea to stand up to me on an equal level, whereas before... you were all ready to bow down?"
It was a valid question...
Narcissus had gotten away with so much in the past, and now suddenly, it seemed like there were people not willing to roll over and play nice.
It infuriated him.
"What I believe in is myself. My talent. My ability to perform. My sexiness. My drive and my commitment. I don't NEED anything else to believe in, or anyone else to believe in me. I'm fine on my own."
If he had had his mask broken by this Izzy Lucky... if he'd cared for the man, cried for him...
"Tear up the contract if you're so damn worried about him. I can manage myself just fine."
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 11:31 am
"Arigatou, Yamada-san." Naoko replied, watching as the man left the room.
Then it was quiet... so very quiet...
Naoko couldn't help but pull the blankets up to his neck and lean back, trying to get his mind off of everything.
To just close his eyes...
For even a moment...
THUD!
Naoko stared down at his hands, shock and horror evident as he turned, watching the blood pool around that beautiful dark hair.
'I didn't mean to!' the blond cried out, dashing toward the fallen violinist. 'Ryu! RYU!'
But then hands were on him, pulling him away.
'He's dead. You killed him, Naoko...'
'Iie... iie... IIE!!!'
Amber eyes flashed opened, the man having problems catching his breath as he broke out in a cold sweat.
Naoko couldn't sleep... couldn't rest...
Because every time he closed his eyes, he saw it happen again...
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 2:41 pm
What wouldn't I do for King and Country...
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
The Hospital
Hiroki stopped. Stopped by that one word. It was harsh but wrong. "I..am not a coward, Akihiko. I am not that." he said slowly and turned clicking the door shut to face Narcissus again. No, it wasn't that at all. He had lawyers to call, a company to defend. And Akihiko's grandfather no where to be found it seemed. And after talking so much about Izzy Lucky in these past few minutes, he wonder if something terrible had happened to him. Would Matsumoto Izo...go that far?!
"Yeah, I know, you care about the music. It might be he only thing I've ever known you to care about...with the exception of Ishi-san." his words were gentler even though his stress level was high. "I'm sure it is hell to not remember everything you've become and maybe I've been too harsh on you today. Maybe asking Ishi-san that question might not be a bad idea once he's feeling a little more like himself. Maybe you just found someone compatible. He's not like most people I know."
Pausing for a moment while Narcissus spoke of things he knew but never had heard from the man's lips himself. "I figured as much after seeing you with him. I've always wanted to know the real man rather than the stage name and I envy Ishi-san because he was able to become close to you. As for standing up to you..." he shook his head, "I''ve no choice in that matter anymore. But as for others, I think that you were earning respect rather than grasping with the hand of a tyrant. I'd like to think you found it more satisfying than your stage name's demeanor."
Some of Naricissus' words did ring true, things about his commitment and drive. Hiroki had seen them even more so while the man was living with Izzy even if Hiroki had been so frustrated with Koyasu-kun, just watching how he had changed with others...It had been a miracle. One Hiroki watched from a distance,"Oh I agree, those parts of you haven't changed. But your wrong, Akihiko...You needed him. Of anything in this world, you needed him. And the new you might not like hearing but deep inside, you'll figure it out. But as for the contract, I'll....take care of that when I have time. Because right now, even if I wanted to speak with you longer on this matter, I...I can't. I've problems more serious than you to handle right now. I'll have Tanaka-san come back in. He's worked with you for a few months now."
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
...Where you Lead - that is the Path I Follow.
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 2:48 pm
 ~( Lonely ) Mayotta nara~
~( Try again ) Nando datte~
~Yarinaosu koto dekiru kara~
Someone was talking about...him? Opening his eyes, Ryu was greeted by bright lights, and a friendly face. A doctor was standing by his bedside. "My my! Awake again, I see." the doctor smiled. "Your surgery was a complete success, and you're recovering much better than we expected. We had to remove a good bit of your skull, but not to worry, you have a metal plating protecting the area where we had to operate. Can you wiggle your toes for me, then?" Ryu obliged, wiggling his toes, then his fingers, touching his nose, blinking, all as the doctor instructed. "Very good." the physician nodded. "I think we can move you from recovery to a regular room then. I've heard you had asked to be with...who was it? Your band mate? That's perfectly fine." Smiling, the violinist was happy. He would be by Naoko's side again. Even so, he couldn't fight the fatigue taking him over and he drifted off to sleep once more. Quietly, nurses pushed his bed through the halls, coming to the room of one Oumori Naoko. "Knock knock!" one of the nurses smiled, the pretty blond one. "We brought you a friend." And with that, the nurses parked Ryu's bed across from Naoko's, though the violinist continued to sleep soundly, a small smile on his dreaming lips. ~( I’m here )~ Soba ni iru wa~
~( Believe me ) Osorenai de~
~Shinjiau koto....~
~FOR YOU~
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 3:14 pm
"Why the hell would I change for one man?" Narcissus asked angrily, not really enjoying the fact that everyone seemed to think him different.
Different because of Izzy Lucky...
It was impossible! Why would he rip down his own mask, something he'd spent years piecing together, for his damn manager?
if anything, a manager was the last person he'd want to see the real Akihiko!
But as Hiroki Asato spoke, as he continued on with words laced in kindness, the musician blinked.
He was in a hurry.
A big hurry.
"What's happening that you're so keen to deal with right now?" Akihiko asked, blue gaze focused and narrowed. "What problems are more serious than Ohayou's biggest star nearly dying? And for that matter, why are you taking care of everything when ojisan's always been at the helm. Even when I was next in line, he didn't shoulder burdens to me."
Narcissus had a valid point.
Something was wrong...
And Hiroki was hiding it.
Saying that he'd send in the physical therapist didn't really help either, because, just like Izzy Lucky, he really didn't know this man. Yet Hiroki seemed perfectly content to let him converse or, usually in Narcissus's case aggravate, strangers.
"As Koyasu Aki's grandson, I demand you tell me what's going on, Asato. Now." Narcissus ordered, praying to whatever god would listen that the stubborn secretary would actually indulge him for once.
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Posted: Mon Dec 20, 2010 3:34 pm
And then suddenly... as if coming from a dream... Ryu was in the room.
Naoko nodded to the nurse, but didn't really say anything. He was exhausted... completely and utterly sleep deprived. With everything he'd been through, he should have been unconscious long ago.
But even with his akuma in the same room... he couldn't close his eyes.
Instead, the blond stood, padding silently across the floor once the nurse had gone, and sat down on the edge of Ryu's bed.
He looked so peaceful asleep... so beautiful...
Reaching one hand out, the pianist hesitated, fingers just centimeters from the violinist's softly rising and falling chest.
Naoko didn't want to be alone anymore... and he didn't care if a doctor walked in and found him... didn't care if the world knew that they were lovers...
Pulling the blankets aside just a bit, Naoko slipped under the covers beside Ryu, and wrapped his bandaged arms gently around the other man's body.
Warm...
Ryu was warm... not cold...
Without realizing it, Naoko was crying, his tears being soaked into his akuma's hair as he lay there... holding him silently.
But even with Ryu beside him...
The blond dared not sleep...
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