Eternal Melody

She stayed with Shin until he fell asleep before she returned to the teacher's lounge. The weird atmosphere from earlier had vanished, and they were more professional. But it still felt odd to her. In the end, she didn't give them a clear answer.

Does she want to continue being an idol?

They suggested that if she still likes music, she would continue it but work more. She could earn a living from her composing. It wasn't a bad suggestion; it seemed like they did their research.

But it still didn't feel right discussing it with people with who she didn't feel comfortable. According to Takamura-sensei, Yuhi had a class in this area. Sumire cautiously peered through the door. He said that the class should have ended an hour ago, but she knew that some students liked to stay after class, especially if there is a gap between the next class.

She scanned the area and didn't find anybody, other than a mop of black hair on the last row, by the window.

Oh, he is sleeping. Sumire made her way over and kneeled down. Somehow when he is sleeping like this, he almost looks child-like. She wonders what he is dreaming about.

"-umire.."

Her cheeks colored when she heard her name, and soft laughter passed her lips. It seems there is no defeating Yuhi-san. No matter how much she teases him, he always sees right through her. Sometimes she wonders why it has to be this person. But every time she thought that way, he would erase any doubts she would have.

For her having people love her and accepting other people's kindness is so very difficult. For so long, she lived a life where it was only natural for people to dislike her no matter the reason. It was normal for her to play the villain role.

It was normal for her to be alone with nobody to rely on.

But there are people out there who have proved that she was wrong. She is wanted and loved, the ones who tried their hardest to show her that is Yuhi-san and Ru. For her, these two people will remain the most important.

Even if she can only love one of them, she is sure that her feelings for the other one will remain just as important.

Sumire extended her hand out to play with his hair. He really is handsome. In the past, she didn't care for pretty faces and mainly avoided those who were good-looking. After all, there is a saying that the good-looking ones are the ones with the most corrupted hearts.

Although she is not a saint herself, she didn't want to deal with those types of people.

She brushed her fingers across his hair before pausing at his face again. If she snuck a kiss or two, he wouldn't wake up, right? Sumire knew that Yuhi was a heavy sleeper. It takes a while for him to wake up. If she kisses him, nobody will know, and the walls won't talk.

It seems like there is nobody in this area too.

Sumire quickly decided and was about to lean forward when she felt a familiar hand grab her hand. Sumire, startled, tried to step back, but it was too late.

Yuhi was awake. He was looking at her half-dazed, but that made it worse for her. She felt her heartbeat increase. He looks so defenseless when he is awake.

"Were you about to kiss me?"

"No!" She exclaimed.

Yuhi rolled his eyes. "Your behavior is suspicious."

Sumire averted her gaze. There is no way she can admit that she didn't just plan to kiss him but leave marks- Aaah, what was she even thinking? No matter how bold she is around him, she can't do something inappropriate when the other person is asleep.

Her thoughts broke off when he reached over and patted her hair. Oh, this? Her gaze softened when she realized that he wasn't going to pry. This person is truly foolish, but because he behaves this way, she is still standing here today.

_______

Yuhi already knew that the girl was planning on kissing him. Otherwise, why else would she have gotten so close? But when he saw how nervous she was, he decided that teasing her wouldn't be good. Besides, he wants to hear her answer.

"Welcome back; how did it go?"

"Awful, they've said I skipped so many classes that I might not graduate."

"That bad, eh."

Sumire sighed. "To think I might be getting held back a year. Yuhi-san that will ruin our marriage plans."

He chuckled softly at her so-called concern. That is what she worried about? Normally people worry about being in a class with younger kids.

"Then I can just get held back with you."

"Yuji-san, you already have to pretend you're the same age as me despite being older."

"You know it doesn't bother me; one year older or two makes no difference. It's just a number."

Besides, he won't have the motivation to attend if she isn't around. Before she came, he seldom attended classes. The only reason he attended when she disappeared for two months is because he recalled what she said to him before. The only thing motivating him is her.

"We can't kiss in the classroom like this if you get held back."

Sumire stepped on his foot.

"Ouch.."

"You ruined the moment."

Were they having a moment?

"Dear, you need to explain more about these moments.."

Sumire rolled her eyes. "Why do I have to explain? You're so hopeless at these things, Yuhi-san."

Hopeless huh?

"It's true I'm bad at romance, but since when were you an expert?"

Didn't she say she was bad at this stuff too?

"Hmmm, Yuhi-san, did you believe me when I said that stuff?"

Despite how confident she looked when she said those words, Yuhi could tell how nervous she was. He leaned forward and kissed her. It was just a light kiss, but her face was so red after he finished.

"Hooligan."

Yuhi laughed. "Why are you acting so bashful? We kiss every day."

"We are in school."

Yuhi raised his eyebrow. He already knows that isn't the reason.

"It's different when I want it."

"So what do I have to make you want it?"

His lips curved to a smile when he saw her close the remaining distance; the girl sat on his lap. She wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him. It was a different type of kiss than the one he normally gave her. But he liked the feeling of her initiating something intimate, the feeling of her soft petal-like lips on his own.

"Mmmmmm." She kisses him for ten minutes before pulling away.

"This is the difference," Sumire mumbled.

So cheeky. Yuhi cupped her cheeks, and the girl turned red. "That was nice, but I will give it a six."

Sumire pouted. "Wait, why is my score so low?"

"Well, I think you could do better."

She pinched his cheek. "Pervert, we're in school. You need to--" Yuhi ran his hands through her back, and a content sigh passed her lips. "-behave."

His wife isn't honest when it comes to these things. Isn't it obvious that she likes it? Then again, that is mainly his fault that she holds this stuff back.

When they first started dating, he told her how his relationships were with his ex-girlfriends. He told her that he didn't want theirs to turn into a sexual one. Initially, he started off as friends with his ex Miyazawa Makino, and they got along well, but their relationship became corrupted.