My Irreplaceable Love (NicoMaki)

Chapter 21

I walked up straight to my apartment and then I took my keys out to open the door.

It has been a usual life since I moved here. I'm at Hokkaido, while Nozomi flew back to London. Nico and Make are still in Japan.

Why I had chose to move? Because I want peace. That me and Nozomi moment still fusses me and I want to forget all of that.

But, I haven't succeed yet. I just need more time. That's all.

So, back to reality. I open the door, but strangely I saw someone sitting on my couch. It's a man.

"Who are you!?" I yelled, I can't see that person really clear because it's still dark. But, from his features, something is familiar. And, from what I've known, he's not a thief or a burglar.

He's wearing long-sleeved white T-shirt with a tie and black trousers. So, it's clearly not one of that. So, who is he? A business man? Maybe a millionaire or a billionaire?

"Hey, sweety." He said. "Glad you're back."

I think I recognize his voice.

He stood up, and put the lights on. Yep, it is Ray. How can he got here?

"How can you got here?" I asked in an irritating voice.

"This is the profit when you are an ex-burglar before." He smirked.

"Get out!" I yelled, not wanting him in my apartment.

"Nope." He teased. "Let me speak first."

"Fine," I sighed. "Go on."

"First, I want to apologize to you, since I've never got the chance to see you."

"Apology accepted. Now go." I demanded.

"Not yet, honey. Second, I want us to be friends. You see, years I've tried my best to contact you but I never found you. Now, I don't want to waste my time. Please, go out with me this evening." He pleaded.

"No, I'll not. You've done a lot of bad things and I don't believe that you wanted to change. Cause you never want to." I crossed my arms.

"Eli," he stormed in a sudden with narrowed eyes. "I'm serious, I've changed. Please, give me a second chance. I promise I'll fix everything. If I'm not serious, you can cut my arm."

"What?"

"Believe me." He came closer until our breaths are mixed. "I'll treat you well. Come with me this afternoon."

Well, I still couldn't believe it. But, as i watch his eyes, he seems to be serious. I think I can trust him this time.

"Okay," I let out a sigh. "I'll come with you."

His lips formed a wide smile. "Great! Be sure to wear a fancy dress."

"Fancy dress? Where are we going?"

"To a romantic place. It's a secret." He winks at me.

In the afternoon, I finally finish all my make-up. I'm in front of the apartment now, ready for Ray to pick me up.

I saw a red Ferrari stops in front of me. I can't recognize it's Ray, cause I can't believe that Ray has a car. I know he is a poor guy.

But, I'm shocked when the person opened the window and look up at me. It's really him.

"Ray? You got a car? A Ferrari?" I asked in disbelief.

"Yeah, do you like it?"

"You don't have to do this all because of the thought that you want to impress me." I crossed my arms.

"No, silly," he chuckles. "I got this car since a year ago. I know you can't believe it. That's why I want you to meet me now because I have something important to say."

"Okay, then." I said, and jump into the car.

On the road, he plays some radio music. Weird, I thought he doesn't like music.

"I thought... You don't like music." I started, hoping to get a reply.

He chuckles. "Yeah, that's why I wanted to meet you. I'll explain everything."

When we finally arrived, I started to look around. Oh my, I'm amazed! This is really beautiful. No wonder he wants me to wear fancy jewelries.

We are in some kind of hills, and there's a forest. There are lights everywhere, and on my left, there's a table suitable for two person. I can say this is a Candlelight Dinner.

"Take a seat." He bowed.

"Don't be too dramatic." I said while chuckling. We both laughed. It's been years since I haven't have this moment with him. I missed it.

"So, what are we going to eat?"

"You'll see." He said, as he snaps his fingers.

A waiter came and brought our foods. Although it's just a turkey, it smells good and decorated professionally.

"So, should we start eating?" He asked.

"You said you want to explain everything to me."

"Yeah, while we eat. I don't want things to get too serious."

We start to eat, and oh Jesus! It's delicious. But, I still have to act professional. I don't want to embarrass myself.

"So, about what I've said," he took his final gulp. "After I got out from jail, I decided to change myself. I realized I needed a job, but I failed to do so. Maybe, it was because I was poor. In that time, I don't have any suitable clothes and I was dying of hunger. I was only a beggar after all."

I really felt sorry for him. When we're dating, I gave him the life. I gave him food, money, and... Love.

"This kind of things continue until I met someone. I begged him for food,he gave me a bucket of flowers instead. He said he doesn't have any money, so I accept it. With my instinct, I started to sell the flower. In that time, I was so happy that I can gain a million from that flowers."

He looks into my eyes.

"Half of the money I used to bought flowers so I can sell them. It surprised me that the flowers are sold out. I began to continue my career. My business grows until I can build a small stall. I came back to the person who gave me the flowers, to say thank you. Well, I only came by to say thank you, but the result is that we hung out. I learned so much from him, especially kindness. He's really kind, he inspires me a lot. He also enjoys music. I began to change my mind, music is beautiful just like you've said."

I smiled. He have been through a lot and I'm proud of him.

"And now, I have my own company in all of Japan. I can gain millions in a week."

"So, you're officially a millionaire?" I smirked.

"Yup."

"What about the guy?"

He smiles. "He's my boyfriend now."

I chocked my drink. "What?! You're gay?"

"Yup," he smile grew wider. "Loving someone doesn't have to be different genders. What matters the most is love."

I'm mesmerized. I do believe that a poor burglar can turn to be a kind millionaire. But, Ray turned gay? I don't think so.

"And, I have someone who wants to meet you." He said.

"Who?"

Suddenly, a person stood beside him. Oh, I recognize her!

"Nozomi?"

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