The Voice of You and Me

15

                A few days have passed since then and the twins continued to stay at the bar. You were currently getting ready to head towards the bar since today was your day off. As you opened the front door, though, you were instantly greeted by someone you didn't expect to see.

"Ah, Miss (y/n). Good to see you again." Reisi Munakata said with his hand slightly raised as if he was about to knock. You remained frozen for a moment and stared at him as if this was a dream.

"U-uh, this is a surprise. What do I owe the pleasure of the Blue King visiting me? And you can just call me (y/n)." you 'told' him. He placed his hands behind his back then wore that plain smile you remembered from when you visited his headquarters.

"I was hoping we could have a little chat, but it appears you are heading somewhere." he commented while taking a few steps away from the door. You shrugged your shoulders.

"I'm just heading to the Homra bar. They can wait a few minutes longer. Do you mind walking and talking, though?" you asked while shutting your door and locking it tight. He nodded in agreement then walked beside you as you headed for the bar. You nervously placed your hands in your pockets as a crushing silence grew between the two of you. The sound of your heartbeat started ringing in your ears to the point you thought everyone could hear it.

"So, uh, how's your day been, Mr. Munakata?" you asked with a bit of hesitation. He replied as if he didn't notice.

"Off to quite a rocky start, unfortunately. Being the new leader of Scepter 4 has quite a few ups and downs, but I believe everything will sort itself out."

"Ah, I see."

"And may I ask how your day has been?"

"Well, so far so good. This is my first day off from the past few weeks."

"Right, you work at the new bookstore a few blocks from here, correct?"

"..Y-yeah, I do actually........."

"My apologies. I did a little research in order to find a means of contacting you. I don't wish to present myself as a stalker."

"R-right. About that, what is it that you needed to contact me for?" you asked after finding the courage to bring up the one question on your mind the whole time. This caused Munakata to stop walking. You quickly paused in your steps then turned to stand in front of him.

"It's about what I said during the time you visited with Kusanagi. I meant every word. I believe you have much more talent than you realize, (y/n). I can help you sharpen it. If you join me at Scepter 4." he explained without faltering. You were speechless from his words as you stared at him before looking down at your feet. This was something you were worried about.

"I see you need some time to think it over. I'll be awaiting your answer until then." he simply said. You looked up to see him pat your shoulder then watched his retreating figure head back the way you came. You simply stood there for a moment even after he was long gone as the whole conversation sank in then you headed for your original destination. There was someone you wanted to talk to.

"Oh, hey, (nickname)!" Yata shouted as you walked through the entrance of the bar. You gave him a smile and a wave before you noticed that he was sitting on top of Kamamoto mostly because he did something to tarnish the Homra name. Taking a glance around the room, you noticed Saruhiko at the counter so you decided to sit next to him.

"Morning, you guys." you said as you sat down to address Saruhiko, Kusanagi, and Totsuka who were all by the bar counter.

"Hey, (y/n). Can I get you anything?" Kusanagi asked while wiping the counter top. You nodded in response.