4th August, Keio Hotel, President's suite, 6.45 a.m.Asami watched his young lover sprawled on top of him, asleep. The white and silver linens of Keio Hotel were pulled up to Akihito's naked shoulders, leaving nothing but his face exposed. The boy's cheek flushed slightly with warm color, his skin smooth and supple as he continued his dreamless sleep.With his back rested against the headboard, the crime lord touched the bangs of Akihito's hair, stretching it out before letting it go again.The duvet moved when Akihito stirred, exposing a small part of his back. Despite the room was covered with heavy drapes and dimmed lights, they did nothing to hide the dark, angry bruises on Akihito's back.They were dark green now and most had spread its perimeters. The shoe marks on Akihito's shoulder blades became more visible overnight, so did the other bruises on his lower back and spine. Asami could even make out the shoe size of the attacker who stomp his feet on Akihito.Although Kanzaki mentioned no fractures or broken bones, the report did little to appease Asami's anger. The mere thought of another person other than him tainting his lover's beautiful skin was simply unforgivable.Pulling up the covers again, Asami's hand reached for his phone resting on the bedside table next to him.7 a.m.Any minute now, Kirishima would be calling to report.The single diamond studded phone beeped discreetly just as Asami finished the thought."Asami," he answered quietly."Asami sama," Kirishima greeted. "Inspector Mori has forwarded the attackers' particulars to me.""Send them up," he ordered and disconnected the call.Akihito chose the exact moment to stir again and this time, he shifted from Asami to the bed and slept on. Sliding off the bed, the yakuza put on his robe before walking out to the living room where Kirishima and Suoh were already waiting."Asami sama, the report," Kirishima said without preamble.The crime lord took the folder before sitting on the couch. Crossing his legs, he flipped the report open.Kirishima took in Asami's quietness and knew that the boss recognized the attackers. "Sir, they are the same group we met at the back alley of Sky Bar," he informed nonetheless, just to be certain.Asami closed the file, passed it back to Kirishima. "Their backgrounds?"The secretary took his seat at the single-seater sofa to access his tablet. "All boys had no criminal records except for the leader Koga. He was arrested three times for attempted robbery and extortion.""Are they part of the gokudou?" Asami asked, grabbing the file again."Only Koga is. He's a member of the Goda Group."Asami raised his eyebrow. "Goda?""Sir," Suoh interjected as he took his seat next opposite Kirishima. "The Goda Group was established recently; headed by Goda Orochi. They control a few host clubs at Kabuki-Cho and were involved in drug dealings. Word has it that Goda is a cunning man but –," Suoh stopped, offered a mocking smile before continuing, " – I heard he's a coward.""Asami sama –," Kirishima interrupted. "I did some digging on my own and discovered a valuable piece of information." Kirishima pushed his spectacles up. "On papers, Koga Takeru is the nephew of Goda Orochi. Goda has a wife but she bore him no children but rumor has it that Koga is his illegitimate child. He is currently registered as Goda's sister's son."Asami's thin lips curved."Sir, what are your orders?"Asami stood up, tightening the belt of his robe. "Find out everything about Goda Orochi.""What do we do with Koga, Asami sama?" Suoh asked, standing up in the process."We'll wait for Goda to bail Koga out from the police station. Once he's out, send the men to get him.""What about Goda himself?" Suoh asked.The yakuza smirked. "Send him an invitation."Suoh crossed his arms as he matched Asami's smirk. "We'll reserve the best seat for him, boss.""Asami sama," Kirishima began, "Toru requested your permission to be in the interrogation."The signature eyebrow rose. "Any special reason?""Both he and Ando spent many hours searching for Takaba sama and they're protective of him. Toru particularly wasn't pleased that Takaba sama got hurt," Kirishima said carefully, fearing one wrong word could send wrong signals to his boss.It had been so long since Asami last saw Toru in action. Perhaps it would be good for him to take part once in a while so his skills wouldn't go rusty. Asami nodded his head. "Get Ando as well. Suoh, arrange for Kanda and Makoto to be with Akihito during the interrogations."Both Kirishima and Suoh bowed before turning to leave the room."Sir?"The bespectacled secretary walked back into the living room. "The preparations for today and tomorrow have been completed. Your schedule is also cleared."Asami nodded in approval."And Asami sama, Happy Birthday." Kirishima offered a small smile before leaving the room.Xx Business as Usual xXAkihito regretted his gift for Asami the minute he woke up from his sleep that morning of August 4th. His yakuza lover had announced rather abruptly that Akihito were to accompany him to Izu Oshima for a short trip.The photographer tried protesting but his efforts were in vain when Asami flashed his birthday card at Akihito's face, stating how a man should never take back on his words. The card, signed and stamped in his own handwriting, boldly stated that he, Takaba Akihito would do anything and everything Asami desired for a day without objections.It looked like after staying with the yakuza for two years, Akihito realized that he had yet to learn his lesson. Akihito didn't know what went through his head when he decided to give the free pass to Asami. His brain should have sent warning signals; instead he boldly presented the 'Takaba Akihito Free Pass' to his lover. Blame it on the confession the night before because it must had somewhat fried his brain, reducing his IQ level to borderline deficiency in intelligence.Thoroughly defeated, the photographer got up from the comfortable bed and reluctantly put on his fresh pair of jeans and shirt. He supposed that he should at least be thankful that Toru didn't pack Asami's shirt for him again."Need help with the buttons?" Asami asked when he noticed Akihito fumbled."Of – of course not. Why are we going to Izu Oshima anyway?""Have you been there?" Asami asked, changing the question smoothly.Akihito shook his head as he continued buttoning his shirt. "No, but I heard from Kou that the black sand beaches are pretty awesome." He flashed Asami a grin. "Of course, when Kou says it's awesome, he means girls in bikini.""There's also the fireworks festival."Akihito's eyes lit up. "Really? We missed the Sumidagawa Festival a few days ago since we were –"Akihito halted, scratching his head. "—sorta busy," he explained poorly.
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