PRICELESS || The Millionaire Detective: Daisuke × Haru ||

6: POSSESSIVE

Daisuke takes a sip on his honey milk tea.

"You're going somewhere?" Daisuke asks his sister who seems to be all dressed up and in an extremely really good mood.

"Kato-san and I are going on a date." She says, a sweet giggle escaping her lips.

The teacup that he got from a Russian auction that costs over half a million dollars slipped from his fingers and shattered into pieces.

"Oh my gosh! The Russian teacup. What's the matter, Daisuke?" Suzue waves her hand in front of Daisuke who seemed to have fallen into a trance.

He shakes his head and returns to his normal self. "Didn't Kato told you? He and I will have to complete our report by today for Monday's meeting. He has no time for dates."

"He'll working be working today? But it's the weekend." Suzue waltz to Daisuke. Taking her brother's hands in hers, he pouts at him. "Let him off the hook just this once, please?"

Suzue knew that his brother can't refuse a request from her and although knowing that using this weakness is just like cheating, there's no other way of getting Haru all to herself.

"Fine. Just don't blame me for what happens in your date."

Suzue squeals in happiness and immediately goes her way.

"Kato-san!" She hollers out, waving her hands in the air to attract Haru's attention.

A smile spreads on Haru's lips when he laid eyes on Suzue. He's been having a secret crush on her for quite a while now so having a date with her is just like a dream come true. He takes in Suzue's appearance. She looks even more beautiful once dressed up. She was wearing a peach dress that flowed just above her knees and a pair of flat shoes went perfectly with it. Her make up was naturally done and her long hair perfectly cascaded down her back.

"You look beautiful, Suzue-san." Haru compliments, blushing just as hard as her.

"Shall we go to the movies first?" He suggests.

They got to the movie house but and lined up for their tickets. But when it was their turn, the tickets were sold out.

"Let's try the other movies." Suzue says.

Unfortunate of them, they line up for the tickets and each time it was their turn, they're informed that the tickets are sold out. It happened with all the showing movies.

Suzue's stomach gurgled amidst the silence between them and Haru heard it.

"Why don't we grab somethig to eat first?" Haru says, cheering up Suzue who's clearly disappointed.

"I know a very good restaurant around here." Suzue beams, blushing from embarrassment for having Haru heard her stomach's demands.

"We are very sorry to say that a VIP has booked the entire place just now, Ma'am."

The pair couldn't feel any more unlucky by these consecutive unfavorable events. Haru brainstorms for ways on how not to let the atmosphere run dry. Then, a bulb lights up.

"It's just a simple cafe I frequent but I'm sure you'll like their food." Haru grabs Suzue's hand and he led her the way.

Finally, luck turned to their side and they were able to get a table.

"Pick anything you like. It's on me."

"Really? Then I'll have chocolate ganache, cheesecake and strawberry frappe."

"I'll have Caramel Espresso and a sandwhich please."

"I see you like sweets." Haru remarks in an interested tone and it caught Suzue's attention.

"Oh, you're right. I'm crazy for sweets but you know who's crazier for them?"

Haru raises his brows, anticipating for her next words.

"My brother. Whenever, he's in a foul mood, just give him anything sweet and he'll feel better in a blink of an eye."

Haru frowned. He really didn't want to talk about what Daisuke likes. Instead, he's much eager to know more about Suzue.

"I'm curious, Suzue-san... about what your hobbies are."

Suzue holds her chin, a sign that she's thinking. "I like doing mechanical crafts. You know, stuffs like fixing machines and engines. My brother always ask me to look into those things and before I knew it, I started loving the work. How about you, Kato-san?"

Just why does the conversation keeps on derailing towards that guy?

The pair shared and exchanged a lot of information about themselves as they ate their food.

"You said you like amusement parks. How about we go to one now?"

Suzue bobs her head as she takes the last sip of her strawberry flavoured drink.

Screams and laughter resonated in the air, indicating the fun and excitement the people in the park are feeling. Haru observes Suzue as her eyes follow one particular ride.

Haru leans forward, peering at the girl. "Which ride do you wanna try first?"

"Vikings!" Suzue exclaimed, throwing her arms innocently in the air in excitement.

"Just wait here. I'll go buy some tickets."

Haru dashes to the ticket booth and bought tickets as he said.

"Suzue-san, let's go---"

"Dear visitors, we regret to inform you that the Wonderland Park will close early today due to classified reasons from its owner. Those visitors who have purchased goods from the park, you will be reimbursed with the..."

Haru didn't finish listening to the unfortunate announcement. He feels bad for Suzue who was so excited just now.

How can these things fall so consecutively?

"Kato-san, excuse me for a while. I need to use the bathroom."

Haru watched Suzue walk away, his heart being pierced by how her back looking so sad.

"Excuse me, are you Kato Haru?"

Haru turns to face the tall man looming over him, looking down on him with ice cold orbs. A shiver ran down his spine, realizing this man's demeanor is screaming danger.

"Y-Yes, I am."

"Bingo." The man said and the next thing Haru knew was that darkness started consuming his sight until he blacked out.

Faint sound of people talking entered Haru's ears. It awakened his senses. He opens his eyes but still darkness met his vision. His head is covered with a thick cloth, shutting off his sight. Judging from all the things that happened, Haru concluded without doubt that this is a kidnapping case.

Haru hears footsteps coming nearer to him. "Who are you?" He roars, attempting to get his tied hands free.

"Now, now. Don't resist too much or you'll get hurt."

That voice...

"I was really hoping I didn't need to resort to this method but you left me no choice, Haru."

The cloth was lifted up and now he could clearly see the man's face, smirking down on him.

"Kambe Daisuke."

Daisuke kneels on one foot, lifting up Haru's face for him to have a better view. "You should've listened to my first warnings when I was still being patient."

"You're evil."

"Don't blame me for this. It's your fault. You went on a date and left me all alone. You need to be punished, don't you think?"

~End~

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