Indelible || Giyushino

002 || Clue

The interview went smoothly and the two parted ways, "Thank you for your time. We'll be giving you a call in the near future."

For the past week, Shinobu has seen plenty of applicants for their new brand ambassador. All good-looking of course, probably one from every continent in the world. None of which stuck out - they either had a sob story or are well connected with loose ends.

Maybe part of her reasoning to hire him was because of their history, but he also nailed that interview so perfectly it was annoying. It was no secret Giyuu Tomioka was a man of few words, and often gave the cold shoulder. But (putting aside his beauty) he also had effortless charisma, and spoke elegantly without seeming calculated.

'Those purple-streaked tips, so familiar.' He thought as he showered. The steaming hot water drizzled him down from head to toe as he was deep into thought.

The last few days had been crazy for Giyuu, a week prior he was in Paris for Paris fashion week. 2 days after that, he's working in a new movie. Also 3 days ago, he had to have dinner with his parents. Mind you, his parents are divorced. You tell me, what's more awkward then sitting at a table with parents that haven't talked to each other in ages.

Yesterday, saving that woman from a freak accident. Then, encountering her again at an interview for a job his management says 'will permanently keep you on the A-list celebrities classification.'

Stepping out of the shower, he wrapped a towel around his waist and checked his messages.

YOU HAVE ONE NEW MESSAGE FROM UNKOWN ID:

xxx-xxx-xxx ; Hey..I'm that person from Shibuya Crossing the other day. I would love to return the favor, please let me know when you're free.

Reading the message sent time, he realized this was before the interview even took place.

xxx-xxx-xxx (Giyuu) ; There is no favor to be retur...

He deleted his response hesitantly.

xxx-xxx-xxx (Giyuu) ; Let's get coffee sometime.

SEND

On a normal occasion, he would decline. He had no time or interest doing something trivial like that, but this Ms. Shinobu Kocho sparked such an interest to him.

'Where is she from?' His memory started to disorganize.

Going back to her number on his phone, he changed the contact name.

ASSIGN CONTACT

Shinobu Kocho (Kocho Company)

He finished changing into his pajamas, when he heard a knock on the front door.

Opening it, "Giyuu! You're back in town! How was Paris?" Sabito took his best friend into a brotherly hug.

"It was the same as every year. I think Milan is better."

"Pfft, let me in Mr. Rich Guy! I brought booze!"

They sat down in Giyuu's obnoxiously large living room, turning on the TV. "How's you and Makomo?"

"Makomo is doing great. We're planning on going on tour soon. You should come to one of our Japan concerts before you fly off to Dubai or something."

"I'll try."

"Her vocals just keep getting better and better. Our duet is selling out stadiums. Seriously I can't believe it myself." Sabito had the look of a man-in-love on his face. "She's simply amazing."

"You still got it bad for that girl, don't you?"

"I can't even deny it anymore man, she's just so majestic."

"Dude, say something to her already. Or try to make a move. You've liked her since, like, middle school." Giyuu reprimanded.

"Like you can talk, all these years you're not a virgin but no crushes, no girlfriend, no nothing."

"I was drunk that night.."

"Do you even remember who it was who took your virginity?" He playfully punched his friend.

"...It's terrible. But, after all these years. I can't even remember her name, I barely remember her face."

The peach boy sighed in disappointment, "You sound like a douchebag saying that. I just hope that wasn't her first time too."

"I do remember having a really good conversation with her though, I think I almost cried. And she had these eyes, eyes I've never seen before. So intoxicatingly beautiful." He dazed.

"Well, maybe you should look for her. You have one clue."