Falling Down

Co-written with Aya


"So to love a man is unacceptable? But fucking a back stabbing woman would be far more acceptable to you?" Ruka stepped in front of Daisuike, staring straight at Takahiro refusing to let his gaze waver. He wasn't afraid of this man in the least even if he knew he could be dead on the floor within seconds. "How is being with someone who would do anything for him, so dishonorable? Would you rather he marry a woman who would easily give things away and be useless? Some strength there. If that's not the case and simply being in love is the issue, then you really know nothing about love."

Daisuike stared at the back of Ruka's head shocked at how blunt he was. He wasn't sure what to do at the moment, but the look in Takahiro's eyes was murderous. "Ruka! Don't-"

"Love has nothing to do with it." Takahiro finally looked at Ruka. "Loyalty to the clan comes before everything else. Something that Daisuike has obviously forgotten. Man or woman I would have put an end to the relationship simply because he is too distracted."

"That is fucking bullshit and you know it, you bastard."

Daisuike jerked his head around shocked to hear Haru's outburst. Takahiro looked over at him some of his control slipping.

"Stay out of it Haru or I'll have Egami escort you home."

"I'd like to see him fucking try. We both know this has nothing to do with the clan and everything to do with you not liking that your son's might enjoy having a man in their bed instead of a woman."

"That is enough Haru. You are nothing like Daisuike. You are too much like your mother."

Ruka carefully watched Haru for a moment, feeling sorry for him yet also proud that he was standing up to his father. Looking from Haru back to Takahiro he looked him over "At least he has the balls to stand up to you. From what I've seen so far, it's would honestly be better if your sons were more like their mother than you." Running a hand through his hair he then allowed a small crack of a smirk to appear. "With all due respect Takahiro, if you honestly believe Daisuike would be distracted with a lover, you are a dumb fuck. You have no grasp on your son’s personalities if you can believe that." Shifting his weight to the side he then cocked his head staring at the crime boss before him. "However, if Haru is right about you having issues with his lover being a man, you are still a dumb fuck because if you honestly believe a woman can compare to my companionship you got a lot of learning to do. I'd like you to try and find a woman that can give Daisuike the support and help that I give him. You will not find anyone, be it man or woman, that can compare to me. All a woman would be to him would be a baby carrier and if that's what you desire I will find a surrogate mother to bear a grandchild for you. However, I will not stand down because I love Daisuike and I will not lose him to anyone."

Daisuike stared at Ruka hardly believing what he was hearing. He was about to say something when Haru stepped in front of Ruka.

"Ruka is right. You don't like it you can just fuck off. I'm not going to let you do to Daisuike what you did to me."

Takahiro stepped forward a strange look in his eyes. In the next instant he had punched Haru hard enough to send him staggering back.

"You need to learn your place, boy. This concerns the clan, something you never had any interest in. Besides you aren't a sixteen year old idiot anymore and I won't hesitate to do what I should have done then."

"What? You going to kill me like you did Kyoshi?"

Daisuike went to move around Ruka not sure if he should help Haru or not. He'd never seen Haru or Takahiro like this. He looked over at Jiro who seemed just as shocked as he was.

"I didn't kill Kyoshi. You are the idiot who fell for someone from the Fudoka."

"I don't give a shit about the stupid clans." Haru leapt forward to hit Takahiro only to be grabbed by one of the men. He struggled in the man's grip glaring at his father. "You knew. You knew he was going to be there and you sent men anyway. You might as well have killed him yourself."

"He was a liability. You were a liability. I couldn't have him using you against us."

"He would never have done that! You didn't even know him, how could you-how could you . . ."

Ruka out stretched his arm to stop Daisuike, keeping him behind him. Seeing Haru this upset, this angry-it bothered him. To think Haru had loved Kyoshi that much only to have him die. He wouldn't let history repeat itself. He would never let Daisuike go, at least not like this. If Daisuike one day decided the clan was more important to him and left him, he would let him go. He honestly believed the day would come, but he'd fight for the present and worry about the future when it came. Stepping towards Takahiro he watched as two of the men came forward to stop him and he just smiled, stopping so they didn't restrain him.

"So what is your problem Takahiro? Huh? Is it that your son is fucking a man? That I could betray him? That I could use him against you? What is the problem? You believed that your own son was a liability who wasn't even in the clan. What about Akira? He isn't in the clan and can be used against you especially since he isn't loyal to your clan like Daisuike is. Again, you are a dumb fuck that knows nothing."

Takahiro narrowed his eyes looking past Ruka to Daisuike. "If you want to show your loyalty you will end this."

"I am not giving Ruka up." Daisuike's voice was flat and emotionless. "In fact we are getting married."

"You are choosing him over the clan?"

"Yes."

Looking from Daisuike to Takahiro, Ruka frowned. He didn't want Daisuike giving the clan up. This relationship was something that Daisuike wanted but the clan was his life and he understood that. He was willing to he second to the clan if that made things fine.

"Now wait a second. . . Your son is strong enough to fight not only for you but for himself and someone else. Shouldn't you be praising him and not trying to rip that away from him? I am willing to die for Daisuike and he is willing to die not only for you but for me as well. Why should he have to pick? He is far stronger than he was before. Think about it Takahiro. If say, he's ever taken by another clan, don't you think he'd fight harder to come back knowing that there is someone besides the clan waiting for him? He would fight harder against other clans and make sure even more so than he already does, to make sure he comes back. I do not see how this is a problem."

Frowning he then glanced at Daisuike, his eyes softening for a moment. The man he loved was willing to give up everything for him and that made him extremely happy. He would fight for them, but not only that but the clan as well. Looking back at Takahiro he stepped forward looking at the man before him.

"What are you so afraid of with this relationship? Are you truly afraid that I will betray Daisuike and the clan? Why? I risked my life to save your youngest son when your men were barely able to find him. Why would I betray the people I have come to see as family? Family means far more to me than anything else and I will fight for it and bleed my own blood to protect it. I will not let you take Daisuike from me, but I am not willing to let him give up the clan that he's apart of. Why can't you trust in your own flesh and blood?" His eyes softened slightly as he looked at Takahiro. "What do I have to do in order for you to accept me?”

Jiro cringed waiting for the outburst, but it never came. Instead Takahiro looked thoughtful. He turned slightly talking to the man on his right speaking too softly to hear. The man said something back and Takahiro's eyes snapped up to Ruka narrowing slightly.

"You helped save Akira?"

"He did." Jiro nodded looking over at Haru who was standing too still and too quiet in the man's grip. He wanted to talk to him later. Jiro hadn't known any of the information that had come out and it made him sad to think he knew so little about his brother. "Haru and I can both attest to that."

Takahiro glanced over at Haru who still had his head down, then back at Ruka. He smiled softly before stepping closer and putting a hand on Ruka's shoulder. "You haven't said anything about Daisuike I don't already know. I know my sons, all of them, much better than even they realize. I accept that you love my son, Ruka and I will expect you to cherish him and be there for him no matter what happens. His willingness to give up the clan shows me that he is truly serious about this. I had to make sure. This is not an easy life and things like this cannot be taken lightly."

Ruka blinked nearly in shock at Takahiro but didn't let his face slip into complete surprise just nodding slowly. "I plan to." Looking at Daisuike he then looked at Takahiro. "Does that mean we have your blessing?"

He was still slightly confused and was unsure but he wanted this man, even if he didn't care too much what he thought, to accept their relationship even if he just tolerated it.

"Hai, you have it. Not that my blessing means all that much." Takahiro patted his shoulder and moved back looking at Daisuike. "Don't make the mistake I did, Daisuike. It's rare to find someone who will love you and stand by you no matter what. Jiro please come with me and bring Haru, there are a few things we need to discuss in private."

Jiro blinked still trying to figure out what had just happened. Apparently, Takahiro had been testing the two of them to see just how serious they really were. Their old man was devious that way. He’d ousted more than a few dubious members by pulling just such a scheme, he’d just never expected him to use it on his own sons. Though it did make him happy to know Daisuike was so committed, him and Ryuu both.

"H-hai." Jiro moved over to Haru not sure what to think about how uncharacteristically quiet and docile his brother was being.

Daisuike looked up at Ruka as they walked away. "Okay, that was a bit odd."

Ruka slowly nodded feeling drained. Moving to Daisuike he brought him close holding him against him. His grip was tight around the other and he refused to let go. Burying his face against his neck he exhaled slowly letting all the tension leave him.

"Thank you. . . For being willing to give it all up. . ."

It meant so much to him and he felt himself getting teary eyed. He had to stop before it ruined his make-up though.

Daisuike hugged Ruka too him still not sure what to think. "Why wouldn't I Ruka? Unlike Takahiro the clan is not my whole life. My family is. I know what he meant about his mistake. I won't make the same one, I promise."

He glanced toward where Jiro and Haru had disappeared into the building. Now that the little crisis was over he was worried about his brother. He'd never even known that Haru had been in a relationship, much less lost that person.

Stroking Daisuike's back and burying his hand into his hair Ruka sighed pulling him closer, flushing their bodies together. Just breathing the smell in of his lover was enough for him and it made him happy.

"I think maybe we should let them talk. Then give Haru an hour after that and then make our announcement." Kissing his cheek softly he smiled, "I'm glad we got his approval, even if I didn't care for it originally."

"Ru-tan!"

"Ru-kun!"

"Oi! Quit molesting Suke!"

Ruka groaned looking towards the voices seeing Reiko, Masa and Tatsuya. That was definitely an odd group. He wondered where the blond emo boy was. A small smile escaped him.

"Looks like we got company."

Daisuike groaned. "We just got rid of company. And yes I agree. Give Haru a bit. That was . . . I've never seen him like that-ever. Ano, lets not mention any of that to anyone okay."

He turned seeing the small group. "What are you guys doing? Besides interrupting?"

"I want a ride around the track!"

"And I want to take her!"

"Like hell I'm letting you take me after you nearly wrecked with Kenta and I."

"What?! You almost did what Masa?!" Ruka rounded on the smaller boy who jumped behind Tatsuya using him as a human shield.

"It wasn't my fault!"

"You were staring at my chest."

"Shouldn't have worn a low cut top." Reiko whirled on Masa about to hit him only to be grabbed by Tatsuya in a hug clinging.

"She's cute! Can I keep her?"

"No! She's Akira's! If I can't have her why should you be allowed to!?"

"I'm still here guys. . ."

Ruka groaned and moved back to Daisuike burying his face against him muttering into his neck. "We're never having kids. . ."

Daisuike blushed bright red sputtering for a moment. "An-ano, we can talk about that later."

He took a breath getting his composure back and glanced up. "Oi! OI! Hands off Reiko, Tatsuya! Akira catches you doing that and he'll kick your ass. Go find that pit girl if you want boobs to play with, that or you can have Masa. Wait, where is Akira?"

Reiko squirmed in Tatsuya's grip then finally gave up as he hugged her to him pouting. He was like a freaking octopus and wouldn't let go.

"He went to go find Ryuu to talk about a sudden idea he got and I wanted a ride with Ruka."

"Why can't I keep her? I don't want her for sex. She's like a teddy bear! So cute! Like a doll! Oh! Can I do your make-up? Let me dress you up!"

"Oi! Oi! Hell no!" Reiko whined trying to escape once again.

"Oh! Put her in your leather mini skirt Tatsuya!"

"You have a mini skirt?"

"Yeah?"

"Hey! Oi! Tatsuya!" Ruka growled watching Tatsuya trying to pull Reiko with him, "No mini skirts! No mini skirts!!" Ruka sighed watching Masa follow after them. "Do you want another ride around the track? I think we'll be a while. . ."

Daisuike rubbed his forehead. "At this rate we are never going to get to make our announcement. I need a coke or maybe a rum and coke, or maybe just rum."

He needed something to calm his nerves. He'd already been nervous enough before everything with Takahiro and now it was getting really bad. For some reason he was worried that people were going to be upset with him, he wasn't even sure why.

"Come on. I think we both need something to calm our nerves. Though sex I heard is always helpful." He grinned at Daisuike as he took his hand leading him towards where they had the drinks. "We will announce it later. Just have to make sure everybody is here which won't be a problem. I'll just call Tatsuya and he'll bring those two back." Kissing his cheek he smiled more excited again.

Daisuike shook his head smiling as he followed Ruka. Of course Ruka would think of sex first. "A drink will have to do for now. I just hope Akira doesn't get too pissed off. Though I'm really glad he wasn't around for what just happened with Takahiro. I don't think he's seen Takahiro since . . . well for several years."

Ruka nodded, "Yeah. I don't want him upset. I like seeing him happy. Though if I know anything about boys in general, he'll be very pleased and then pissed seeing Reiko. Knowing Tatsuya it will look sexy, but knowing Reiko she'll have some input. Even if Tatsuya ignores her and does what he wants."

Mixing their drinks he handed Daisuike a rum and coke smiling as he drank his plain coke smiling of over the brim of of the glass.

"I'm kind of excited to see what he does. He's got a good eye for fashion."

"Yeah, but Akira's not exactly your typical boy." He took a drink shivering a bit at the slight bite of the rum. He chuckled softly. "Jiro always thought he'd end up with Ryuu not with a girl, but he just clicks with Reiko. They seem to be really good for each other, even if they do fight a lot. I think it's just their age and the fact they've been through a lot together."

He finished off his drink and went to mix himself another one thinking over what had happened. "I never knew that Haru had a lover. He's never once mentioned anything. He must be in so much pain and none of us knew."

"They do seem to really click. . . I honestly think they'll probably marry eventually." He smiled then frowned thinking about Haru. "It's hard to think that he's been in pain, but it's also just as hard to talk about it. It would've probably helped ease a lot of pain on both sides if you knew but how were you suppose to? Maybe now he can start healing."

Downing his drink he moved to make himself something alcoholic feeling a bit somber.

"Yeah, I just can't imagine keeping something like that to myself for so long." Daisuike shrugged not sure what else to say about it. "Hopefully now that it's out he can start to heal like you said. Oh! I forgot to ask you where you want to make the announcement from. Do you want to use the stage that is set up for the band or somewhere else?"

Ruka tilted his head thinking on the matter, tapping his finger against the glass. Nodding his head he smiled, "Sure. That sounds good. Being on stage might be fun too." Walking to his lover he kissed him slowly, bringing a hand behind his head to deepen the kiss. He tasted good, the rum and coke mixing with the pure taste of just Daisuike.

Unable to stop himself he set his drink down, removing Daisuike's as well setting them on the table and backed him up against the wall stroking his face and neck wanting nothing more than to ditch everyone and go back to the hotel.

Daisuike couldn't contain the soft moan as Ruka pushed him against the wall the kiss making him feel a bit weak. He pulled Ruka closer, his hands on his hips. He trailed his fingers up Ruka's back unable to get enough and wishing they were back in the hotel room. There was plenty of time for that later. Though there was no way he was going to have Ruka stop right now.

Ruka grinned into the kiss, dipping his tongue into that soft warm area, stroking anything and everything he could. A groan escaped him and he pressed his hips harder against Daisuike's rolling them slowly. The need to drag him somewhere a bit more private had become too overwhelming and he nearly missed the cough that tried to interrupt them.

"Hey. There are children present Ruka." Fuji's soft voice ripped past Ruka's desire and he sighed pulling back from Daisuike slightly looking over at the man who was getting himself food.

"They're busy."

"Masa is wandering about as well as Akira. Do you really want him seeing you like this?"

". . . Maybe?" Fuji just rolled his eyes getting more food.

Daisuike slipped away from the wall moving to go get his drink, thoroughly embarrassed at having been caught like that. He couldn't even look in Fuji's direction. The thought that it could have been Akira or Masa or even Hasu since this was where the food was, making him feel a bit unsettled. He really shouldn’t let himself get carried away like that, but then again, he’d never had any control when it came to Ruka.

"I'm going to go see if I can find Jiro."

"Alright. I'll go see if I can find Akira and Ryuu. The blondie wanted a ride in my car as well." Ruka smiled as he walked over, kissing him again before groping him and bounding off to look for the band members. He was happy and excited and was sort of looking forward to driving the course again.

Spotting the duo he waved, "Akira! Ryuu!"

Akira looked over hearing Ruka. "Oi, Ryuu. Ryuu!"

Reaching over he yanked the earbud out of his ear. "Hey, Ruka's coming."

Ryuu looked around setting down the laptop he'd been working on. "Oh."


Daisuike headed for the bathroom needing to get calmed down. His nerves were already on edge and then Fuji catching them-at least they hadn't been doing anything else. He just already felt too nervous as it was and being embarrassed on top of it didn't help.

Once he felt ready he went to look for Jiro and Haru wondering how things were going.

Ruka smiled as he headed to the group moving up around them slinging his arms around their necks. They seemed to be pretty into whatever they were doing. For kids they were really pretty good, he was surprised.

"What are you two working on? Reiko said you ran off to find Ryuu while she looked for me. New material?"

"Ano, yeah kind of. It's something I thought of a while back but it never really clicked until today." Akira grinned at him. Leaning over to tug the laptop to him. It had their composing software already up. "See, I wrote this song last month but we couldn't come up with a melody or anything for it, but something about being here and the cars and the different sounds gave me an idea."

Ryuu grinned at him. "I love the lyrics anyway and wanted a really kick ass baseline for it too, something that you could totally feel in your chest, but not as loud as some of our other songs."

Akira looked at Ruka, "Sorry this is probably boring for you."

"Naw naw, it's okay. It's interesting to see you two so excited about something. I really think you guys will get big. You got a good solid foundation and you're pretty. Everything's in the bag." Ruka laughed softly ruffling their hair before stretching and looking down at them.

"When you guys get to a stopping point why don't we go and take a few laps? Would you two enjoy that? Reiko should be returned to us by then." Smirking he grinned at Akira winking, "Tatsuya decided she was his dress up doll and dragged her off. You might like what he's done."

"Oh." Akira blinked wondering just what Tatsuya might have done with his girlfriend. "That might be . . . interesting."

"You guys can go on. I'll finish this up Akira. I think we've got most of it down. I just want to work with a few things." Ryuu waved them on putting his headphones back in.

Akira grinned at Ruka. "He's pretty hard to distract once he gets going on a song. Besides I don't think he's too into the cars."

Ruka looked at Akira, his eyes wide and his mouth open, "Blasphemy! Don't ever speak such dirty words again!" He grinned looping his arm around Akira's neck dragging him off towards his cars. "But no, seriously, don't ever let the guys hear you say something like that again. Ryuu might get tarred and feathered." He smirked softly waving at his cars. "Pick and choose which you want drive in Akira. Man, I knew I liked you for a reason. You'll be my new racing buddy. I think Tatsuya just stole Hime-chan. Don't worry, he's mostly gay so she's safe."

Akira grinned, looking at each of the cars. They were all pretty and it was very hard to decide which one he wanted to ride in next. "I would love to be your racing partner, though Suke might get jealous. You should have seen him watching you yesterday. It was almost sad, like a little lost puppy or something."

He looked up at Ruka. "Mostly gay? What does that mean?"

Ruka shrugged heading towards his Skyline waving Akira over. "I'd love to take Daisuike driving. I got us up to 120 yesterday. He seems to enjoy it now, but I like taking you too since you trash talk the other drivers you little brat. It's awesome!" Grabbing his helmet he tossed it to Akira. “Eto. . . Well Tatsuya swings both ways, meaning he likes boys and girls, but he mostly all the time leans only towards guys. I think I can count the girls he's been with on one hand and they usually paid him." Ruka sort of cringed not really wanting to explain that to Akira. He didn't want to tell him Tatsuya was an escort.

"It's fun to trash talk the other drivers. They get all flustered and don't know what to do and it's funny." He slipped the helmet on and looked at Ruka. "I don't mind about Tatsuya just as long as he understands that I don't really plan on sharing Reiko. She's my very best friend and now that she's my girlfriend too I'm not letting that go. It was hard enough just getting here as it was."

Ruka laughed rolling his eyes some, "Don't worry. Tatsuya learns faster than some others." Like Masa. . . "He'll back off but keep the offer there- And occasionally remind you of it." He shook his head slipping into the car smiling at Akira as he got in. "I'm glad you have Hime-chan. She's a good girl as far as I can tell and she cares a lot about you. If you need any advice about anything, just ask okay?" As Akira buckled he did the same starting the car and heading it to the start.

Akira glanced over at him and nodded. "Thanks. You are probably the only person I'd actually feel comfortable talking about this with. It's pretty obvious that no one else in my family has much experience with relationships. I mean Jiro has his girl, but other than that, none of us has ever dated until just a few months ago."

"Yeah, just ask and I'll be there. Doesn't matter the time of day okay? Even if you just want to talk about anything." He smiled and reached over patting Akira's arm since it was about the only thing he could reach. Reaching for the wheel he revved the engine once before taking off.


Daisuike was tired of wandering around with nothing to do. He'd talked with a couple of people, but with out Ruka around it just wasn't the same. He was going to need to learn a lot more about cars if he was going to be going with Ruka racing. He kind of wished Jiro hadn't kicked him out of the room, but maybe it was for the best. He'd never seen Haru that upset and wondered what-if anything-he could do to ease his brother's pain.

Hearing a car on the track he went to go watch figuring it was either Ruka or Fuji. He spotted Tatsuya and nearly did a double take seeing who was with him. He’d never seen her dress so provocatively. He wondered if she could even sit in the leather miniskirt, though the jacket was very cute.

"Reiko?"

Reiko cringed hearing Daisuike's startled voice and she blinked turning to look at him. Seeing the shocked look on his face she blushed darkly waving slightly. She was horrified that he had seen her. All she wanted to do was go back to the hotel room and change back into her street clothes.

"Hey. . ." She lowered her head some feeling her cheeks get even hotter than before. He was still staring at her. It was embarrassing.

"Hey Dai-kun! Isn't Reiko-chan cute?! I think she's so adorable! She's also kind of a sexy cute too, don't you think so too!?" Tatsuya smiled as he showed Reiko off to Daisuike. "Isn't her hair adorable!? And the stockings are so cute! Oh Oh! You should see the top-"

"No! Hell no! I am not unzipping the jacket!"

"But the top is so cute. . ."

"And low cut and tight!"

"Still cute."

Daisuike looked back and forth between the two of them. They both looked very cute and unless you were looking closely, very closely it would be easy to think you were looking at two girls. He could definitely see why Haru seemed so attracted to Tatsuya, the boy was abdorable.

"It's . . . nice Reiko. I'm sure Akira will like it a lot." He glanced at Tatsuya. "Ano . . . do you mind if I come with you guys? Ruka's on the track and Jiro and Haru are talking privately and well . . . I'm kind of bored."

That and he probably needed to keep an eye on the both of them so that they didn't get molested. It was dangerous to walk around looking like they did at the moment.

"Sure!" Tatsuya giggled softly latching his arms around Reiko's and cuddling against her. Turning her head, Reiko glared at him but didn't say anything. She felt so exposed in this outfit, having never worn anything this revealing in public. Sure when the weather was extremely hot, she'd wear tanks and shorts but she'd rarely let Akira see that. He always got a bit weird and she didn't want him having a panic attack or something.

"I want a drink."

"Let's go!" Tatsuya laughed happily tugging Reiko, "I wanna show you off to people!" Reiko paled slightly at the idea.

Daisuike hid his grin seeing how uncomfortable Reiko was. She really had no idea just how good she really looked. Akira was probably going to die on the spot when he saw her. He did understand how she felt though. It was a bit embarrassing to have someone dress you up in clothes you would never in your life have picked for yourself.

Tatsuya skipped a bit dragging Reiko along, spotting a group of his friends. Releasing an arm he waved at them.

"Sho! Yosuke! Ryuji!" The three men turned their heads looking towards Tatsuya and just stared at the group that approached.

"Holy shit man! Can you get any more girlier?!"

"Why? Afraid you're going gay for me?" Tatsuya giggled batting his eyes playfully.

"Yes." Yosuke deadpanned. Removing his gaze from Tatsuya he looked at Reiko and Daisuike, his eyes moving over them slowly. "Who are these people?

"This is Reiko-chan and Daisuike! Dai-kun is Ruka's lover!" He bounced a bit in place staring at them.

"Ah. . ."

Daisuike's eyes widened slightly seeing the way the men where looking at them. He knew he was blushing but there wasn't anything he could do about it. He bit his lip looking down for a moment.

"An-ano . . . it's nice to meet you all. You are friends of Ruka's then?"

"Yeah. Everyone is pretty much friends in the circuit. You'd be hard pressed to find someone who didn't get along. Though people are more close to certain people than others. Like the Trio."

"Yup yup!! Ruka, Masa and Fuji are the Baka Trio~" Tatsuya giggled more hugging Reiko closer to him. "Ah Ah! Dai-kun, Reiko-chan, this is Sho-" He waved his hand towards the dark haired man, "Yosuke-" The blond man, "And Ryuji!" the brunette man.

Sho nodded his head and leaned forward as he rested his hand on Yosuke's shoulder smiling at Reiko. "Ne, do you have a card?"

"C-Card?"

"Yeah." He blinked then looked at Tatsuya, "No card? Can I just call you for her then?"

Tatsuya bristled a bit and glared at Sho, "She's not an escort! How could you say that!?"

"Well. . . The way she's dressed and-"

Reiko looked from Sho to Tatsuya then glared, "I'm changing!"

"No! Reiko-chan! No! You look good! Sho is just an asshole! Tell her you're an asshole!" Tatsuya panicked as Reiko tried to get free from his grip. "No! Reiko-chan please! Please!? I- I you look so nice!"

Sho sighed hanging his head before slowly lifting it. If Tatsuya started to cry there would be blood-his blood- all over the ground if Fuji heard about it. "Hey- wait Reiko? Ano- Sorry. I just. . . assumed since you were with Tatsuya honestly. A cute girl with Tatsuya is. . . strange?"

Reiko glared jerking her hand away from Tatsuya to cross her arms. "Fine, but I swear to god, the next person who says some shit like that again is getting their ass beat."

Daisuike cringed, the last thing they needed was for Reiko to get into a random fight because some guy thought she was an escort. Though she would be hard pressed to do much kicking in that outfit.

"It's alright Reiko. He didn't know. I don't want any fights today, okay." He looked at Sho his eyes narrowing slightly. "You might let everyone know that Reiko is taken and to not make comments. She is dating my younger brother and I won't take it lightly if she is harassed."

Sho slowly nodded paling slightly as he looked at Daisuike, "S-Sure. . ." Looking back at Reiko, he kept his gaze light afraid to upset her. She seemed dangerous. Cute but dangerous. "Sorry. . ."

"It's fine. . ." Crossing her arms she tossed her head some trying to get the bangs from her face. "Can I change though?"

"Noo! You gotta stay like this!! Akira has to see you!"

"Oh god. . . I'm going to see Ryuu. . ." Shaking her head she headed towards Ryuu who was still at his laptop.

"I think she's mad at me. . ."

Daisuike watched her walk off before turning back to the group. He smiled a bit sheepishly realizing he'd slipped a bit into his yakuza mode. He went to run a hand through his hair only to realize it would mess up the style Ruka had worked so hard that morning to do. He sighed thinking of Ruka. He really wanted to hurry up and make their announcement.