"It's not what your--" Sano paused seeing her expression. "Your upset."
Why is she upset? Ever since they saw each other again. He has tried several tactics using other won to asure her feelings for him. But, Sumire has never reacted before. There was that ti he invited all his exes and won he cheated on Sumire with during their ti together to please the executives. But she didn't react.
So, what is going on with her now?
"Just a little. I thought we--"
"We?" Sano said confused.
Sumire shakes her head. "Nothing."
He doesn't understand why she is upset. Could she be jealous? Sano felt his heart beat increase at the thought. The thought that she actually cared, that this wasn't an act.
Before he could say anything, they are interrupted by Mashima.
"Sumire, I have to leave for a bit. I'll see you at ho later?"
"Ah." Sumire stood up and walked over. "Toh--"
"Yes, beautiful?"
"C-co back soon?"
"Of course." Mashima gives him a wary glance before leaning over and whispering sothing in Sumire's ear.
"It's okay. I'll stay with San tonight."
Sano blinked. She is staying with him again? For two days in a row? It feels like a dream co true. Normally she evades staying with him for even a night.
After chatting with him for a bit, Sumire returned to rehearsal. This wasn't the first ti for him to see her perform. But, it was the first ti seeing her rehearsal. Even without the pretty gown, makeup and stage lights. Sumire is dazzling. His thoughts break off when Hino appeared by his side.
At first he didn't say anything but he suddenly apologised.
"Sorry."
"For?"
"For having to take sides. You know I still see you as a friend Sano."
"I know."
He knew of course. Despite Hino's behaviour towards him regarding Sumire. This person truly cares for him. Terashima doesn't know about him drinking Sumire's blood, or how much ti they spend together. All of that is due to Hino.
Hino is Sumire's manager so it is only natural for him to do this. But, Sano knew that he was equally protecting him.
"It's just." Hino looked towards Sumire. "-complicated with her being the target of your affections."
"Because of Terashima?"
Hino nodded. "You know how much Yuhi ans to . You know what he did for .
"Yeah."
"So no matter what happens, I'll never betray his trust. But, I do have so dignity not to explain exactly what I have seen you do with Sumire."
"We haven't done anything." Sano snapped.
No matter how close they get, Sumire isn't willing to break the final boundary between them. He recalled what happened a few days ago, when he was in that dazed state. She ca into the bathroom looking for him, and helped wash him.
He wasn't exactly fully conscious but he was aware of her touches, he knew she was helping him bathe. When he saw her get down on her knees to wash his lower body, he reacted and tried to get her to suck him off. But-
'We can't.'
Just two words and they were filled with so much conviction.
Hino raised his eyebrow. If he wasn't angry, Hino would definitely not believe him.
"I thought, I an what I saw--"
"That's as far as it can get. No matter how willing she may seem, I know she isn't doing this because she loves ."
"So, you think it's just desire?"
Sano shakes his head. "I don't even think it's that. I think she just wants a distraction." He visibly cringes at those words.
He has been denying it this entire ti and just focusing on enjoying her company and attention. However, he isn't stupid. Moreover, there is no need to lie in front of Hino.
"Well whatever it is, aren't you glad she is spending ti with you?"
"I am." Sano nodded. "But, I just wish we didn't have to be so secretive and sneak around all the ti."
"You're going to have to cope with it. The dia are on her trail even more. They are fully taking advantage of the fact that Yuhi is not by her side now. Of course, with around their movents are limited too.However, I can't always be around her." Hino seed frustrated.
"Is that why you asked Mashima for help?"
"Unlike , Mashima can spend more ti with Sumire. Sumire's current brand was the one she started with Mashima. As a designer and an idol, given their history. It wouldn't be strange for them to be together."
"But your her manager."
Hino sighed. "If only that was my only job. I still have a company to run. and Yuhi built that company from scratch, and everyone there has beco family. I care for Sumire and would do anything for her. However, I know she wouldn't want to sacrifice the root of Yuhi's dreams."
"What do you want?" Sano mumbled. It was his first ti asking this.
Hino has always sacrificed himself for the sake of those he cares for. But, what does he actually want? At his question, Sano noticed Hino's gaze on Sumire.
Oh.
Oh.
Of course.
That's why this conversation has never co up before. It would drive an even bigger wedge in their friendship.
Sano cleared his throat. "You, really won't pursue her?"
Hino laughed. "No need."
"But-"
It doesn't seem right. He doesn't need anymore rivals, and if Hino truly made a move. It would push him aside. However, Hino has truly done a lot for Sumire.
"It's fine. Besides, I think your mistaken. Even if I made a move on Sumire. She won't ditch you."
Sano sighed deeply. "Considering how she is only around for a distraction. It's hard to say that she cares."
"Of course she cares about you, otherwise she wouldn't let you get near her."
"But, I-"
Hino shakes his head. "I didn't want to say this before just in case you took it too far. However, now that I have seen that you have changed. I can tell you for certain that Sumire cares more about you than you think. No matter what her reasons for being around you, it's no longer a ga. It's her choice and she is willing."
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