Lost and Found

A new friend

Mineko's POV

I rolled over, wrapping the covers tighter around my body. Every inch of Kaoru's home was comfortable. Even the sunlight peering through the window was soothing, and I despise being woken to that bright light. I wasn't much of a morning person, but I woke up feeling particularly refreshed, today.

I slowly lifted myself up, swinging my legs over the side of the bed, sitting on the edge. I sighed, running my fingers through my long wavy hair, stopping at the roots, gently massaging my scalp. Once again, my mind ran across him. I bit my bottom lip, my eyes looking at the ground. I shot my head up when I heard a knock at the door.

"You can come in". I smiled, standing up. Kaoru gently opened the door and stuck his head in.

Smirking, he replied, "Are you presentable"? Opening the door wider, he laughed.
I subtly rolled my eyes at his joke. "Well, clothing wise—yes. But, I have to admit, I don't look the best when I first wake up". I responded, my voice still a bit groggy.

He pointed at me, "I like your pajama's. The baggy look works well on you; as well as the tired look". I just shook my head at his comment, a small smile plastered on my face. "Thanks".

"Are you hungry?" Kaoru asked.
I shook my head. "I'm not really a breakfast person. I can go for some coffee, though".

He nodded his head in understanding. "Sure thing. I'll still cook something just in case. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day". I giggled and we both walked out of the room, making our way downstairs.

Kyo's POV

It's been four days since I stormed off from the restaurant. I haven't spoken to anyone since that time. Erika even gave up on calling me, and she wouldn't dare come to my house unannounced. I did calm down a bit, and it became less difficult to think about Mineko, Mizuki, and that necklace.

Although I hate being alone, it gives me time to think about things, whereas when I'm around others, thinking is a bit harder. And during my four days alone, I did a lot of that. I also sulked a lot, watched marathons of any and everything, slept, cried, and...did not eat. I realized after I heard and felt my stomach growling, begging for food.

I guess my appetite returned.

I got up off of my sofa and made my way into the kitchen searching for something to eat.

"Shit. I have nothing". I mumbled to myself as I finished combing through every single cabinet, and my fridge.

I shook my head...how can I forget to buy groceries, much less not keep my house stocked?

"I'll just have to go out and eat". I grumbled, not wanting to leave my house just yet.

I lazily climbed the stairs, heading to the bathroom. I undressed myself and then hopped into the shower. Almost immediately as I finished up, I heard my phone ringing throughout my home.

Rolling my eyes, I wrapped the towel around my waist, put on my slippers, and walked downstairs to see who was calling me.

I raised my eyebrow at the unfamiliar number that showed up on my phone. I hesitantly reached out my hand and answered.
"Hello?" I answered grumpily.
"Kyo-San?"
I screwed up my face in confusion. "Who is this?"
"It's Mineko."
My eyes widened, and I plopped onto my sofa causing my towel to slightly come undone.
"H-how did you get my number?" I raised my eyebrows in confusion.
There was silence for a brief moment.
"Kaoru gave it to me" she started, "As well as everyone else's."
I fixed my towel and cleared my throat.
"So...what's up?"
Again, there was silence, and it was annoying me.
"I said what's up?" I spat.
Mineko stuttered, "Um, I was just wondering if you were okay? We didn't really talk much at the restaurant. To be honest, I was a bit worried that night. You looked really sick. I wanted to call before we all met again... I didn't want things to be awkward."
I pursed my lips, taking in everything that she said.
"Thanks. I'm fine." My tone was dry, and I was getting ready to end the call.
"Hey! Random question...did you eat breakfast yet?" She paused. "I was thinking, maybe we can go to a café and talk?" I could hear the nervousness in her voice.
"About what?" I replied, rolling my neck, causing it to crack loudly.
"That necklace." She said, her voice barely above a whisper. "It seems to mean something to you. I asked Kaoru about it, but he couldn't give me an answer. I just want to clear whatever misunderstandings there may be. Especially since I'll be spending plenty of time with you all...I don't want any tension."
I breathed out, "Sure. I can go for some food." That came out ruder than I expected.
"Great. I'll text you the address."
And just like that, I'm going out to eat with a woman I barely know, and I was completely rude towards her.
"I guess I can use this as an opportunity to apologize." I hesitantly mumbled to myself, picking myself up off of the sofa, making my way back into my room to get dressed.