Something is lurking

The past 3 weeks had been an absolute blur of events, conversations, and passionate moments. While your aunt had not been entirely happy with you constantly staying over at Togame’s apartment she settled down when you didn’t slack on your duties of helping her. Each day you focused on school, chores for auntie, and Togame- it was a lot at times but you found a good balance with Kaoru’s help. 

A wonderful change that had happened was the bonding between you and Kaoru. While he never said anything remotely sensational about Togame or Shishitoren, his personality would come out more when you were pouting about something Togame said- which was great progress. At some point, Kaoru even started sending you memes which quickly became the highlight of your daily routine. 

One thing had not changed, Toma had not come to see you, nor return your calls. At first it hurt, but you understood why he was upset. The choice you had made in the tunnel those weeks ago had hurt him, but now it felt frustrating he wouldn’t reach out. Thankfully Kotoha had been reaching out to you, reminding you that she was still looking to hang out. You would politely decline, but promise it would happen soon. You wanted to bridge things with Toma before you started showing up randomly again. 

Today was monday, the sun was shining and you were done with class. Your laptop closed with a soft snap.You had no homework due for 2 weeks, and you had very few chores to worry about for Auntie. Today was going to be the day you forced Toma to have a chat, even if all he needed to do was yell at you- it would be something, and better than silence. 

You look over a text to Kaoru one last time before sending it off. “Morning! I am at Togame's. Can you come over? I’d like to visit Orion.” You set your phone down, waiting for a response. Togame had left early in the morning stating he had to hit the gym, then a meeting right after.

You pace nervously around Togame's spacious living room, your eyes darting to your phone every few seconds. The morning sun streams through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting long shadows across the polished hardwood floors. Your heart races as you contemplate your plan to confront Toma.

A soft ping breaks the silence. Kaoru's reply lights up your screen: "On my way. Is everything okay?"

You type back quickly, "Yeah, just want to work on something today."

Fifteen minutes later, a gentle knock at the door announces Kaoru's arrival. You open it to find him standing there, his slim frame silhouetted against the hallway light. His dark eyes scan your face, concern etched in his features.

"What's going on?" he asks softly as he steps inside.

You take a deep breath, steeling yourself. "I need to see Toma. It's been weeks, and I can't stand this silence anymore."

Kaoru's expression tightens almost imperceptibly. "Have you talked to Togame-sama about this?"

You shake your head, stress gnawing at your insides. "Not yet. I wanted to make sure you had time to come with me if he approves a visit."

Kaoru sighs, running a hand through his hair. "Yes, I do."

Your throat tightens as you watch his shoulders square up. "Thank you. I am sorry in advance if they behave a bit…"

Kaoru studies you for a long moment, his gaze unreadable. "Rude? Upset? Standoffish?" he offers as the end to your sentence with a cheeky smile.

“Yeah.” You deflate, hoping that both of you were wrong. Even Kotoha hadn’t texted you much since the phone call a few weeks back.

“Alright, let’s go to Orion and see if Togame is available.” Kaoru suggests.

You nod, grabbing your jacket and purse then follow Kaoru out of the apartment. The walk to Orion is tense, you shuffle through all the outcomes of this confrontation- which does not help the dread in your gut. As you approach the old theater, you can't help but notice construction equipment parked at the front, several men standing around- seemingly waiting for orders.

Kaoru leads you through a side entrance, nodding to a few members as you make your way to Togame's office. A few of them stop to look at you, curious about your presence but make no comments. Even after a few weeks you were still bumping into people you’d never seen before making you wonder how big Shishitoren really was. The trip to his office feels too short, your heart pounds in your chest wildly. In your haste you turn the handle to the door before Kaoru can knock. He stares at you but says nothing as you walk into the room unannounced. 

You step inside, Kaoru close behind you. Togame looks up from his desk, his green eyes narrowing slightly as they land on your fingers fidgeting with the bottom of your shirt, and likely from the sudden interruption. 

"This is an unexpected visit." he says, leaning back in his chair, eyes narrowing at Kaoru. "What brings you here?"

You swallow hard, willing your voice to remain steady. "I want to visit Toma today." It was not the most elegant conversation starter, but you needed to get it out before you back down from this decision. The room goes eerily quiet. Togame's face remains impassive, but you can sense the shift in his demeanor. He stands slowly, circling around his desk to stand in front of you.

"And why today?" he asks, his voice oddly soft.

You feel Kaoru shift beside you, there was a strong possibility he felt this was a private conversation but you were glad he was here. While you didn’t think Kaoru would ever side with you over Togame, he gave off the vibes he would defend you if it really came down to it. You force yourself to meet Togame's gaze.

"It's been weeks, Togame. He won't answer my calls or texts. I need to talk to him, to explain-" you trail off, feeling a bit lost in your own thoughts. What did you want to explain? 

"Explain what?" Togame asks, looking a bit tired.

"I just need to know he doesn’t hate me." you mumble out. Speaking openly about your fears about Toma suddenly brings so many emotions forward. What if he really didn't want to speak with you anymore?  Togame studies you for a long moment, his expression difficult to read. When he finally responds its a long sigh, with his fingers running through his dark hair.

"Alright." he says, his voice clipped. "But Kaoru goes with you, and you don't leave his sight. Understood?" You nod quickly, relief washing over you. "Thank you, Togame." you smile up at him, thankful he kept his word on letting you visit friends and family.

He reaches out, cupping your face in his hand. His touch is gentle, but there's an underlying tension in his grip. "Just," he pauses, lost in his thoughts “Just..come back here when you are done, let me know how it goes.”

Leaning into his touch brings you great comfort, if you could stay here all day you would. "I will!" you promise with a large smile slowly pulling away from his touch. You had thought Togame was going to put up more of a fight, but as usual he gave you exactly what you asked for. 

Togame's eyes flicker to Kaoru. "Keep her safe." he says, his tone leaving no room for argument.

"Of course, Togame-sama." Kaoru replies with a slight bow. As you leave Togame's office, something heavy drops in your stomach- suddenly your choice feels like a bad idea. You look over at Kaoru who is even more quiet than usual. You tilt your head, wondering why he looked so different in this moment- sorta pale. Was he that worried about your safety? Surely not, you had traveled between Bofurin and Shishitoren territory without incident all the time. Granted, you weren't wearing a Shishitoren jacket.

“Are you alright?” You ask Kaoru as you look over his appearance. He startles slightly, his dark eyes are wide as they look back at you.

“Yes, I just have never been to Bofurin territory.” He admits quietly, fingers twitching at his side. Your heart sinks at Kaoru's admission. You hadn't considered that this visit might be difficult for him too.

"Oh shit, Kaoru, I'm sorry. I didn't think about that! We don't have to go, I can try calling Toma again!" It wasn't like you are Kaoru were best friends yet, but the time you had spent together recently made him feel important to you, and more importantly- it made you want to consider him just as much as yourself. 

He shakes his head, a tight smile tugging at his lips. "No, it's alright. It's important you see your family."  You smile at him, grateful for his willingness to put up with your wants and needs. You owed him a BBQ night after this. 

As you exit Orion, the construction noise grows louder. You can't help but wonder what changes Togame has planned for the old theater. The large metal beams clinking against the ground makes you both rush forward to avoid any hearing loss.

The trip to Bofurin territory was way too intense. Normally the two of you found something light to chat about, but this time neither of you spoke.The hem of your shirt pops a stitch as you pull at it, you ignore it, focusing on rehearsing what you'll say to Toma in your head. All you end up accomplishing is realizing your shirts have holes in them from stress fidgeting. Kaoru on the other hand remains vigilant, his eyes constantly scanning your surroundings, but completely silent.

As you approach the familiar tunnel, a wave of anxiety washes over you. It feels like a lifetime has passed since you last walked this tunnel. Two Shishitoren members looked up from their lounging spot as you passed into the entrance. One of them tapped the other's shoulder, pointing to you while mumbling. For a moment you wanted to ask why they were pointing but Kaoru kept you both moving before that could happen. You were about 4 blocks into Bofurin territory before Kaoru finally spoke. 

"Where are we headed?" Kaoru asks softly, his voice filled with tension.

"Cafe Pothos, it's about 30 minutes away." you reply, suddenly feeling less strong. "It's where a lot of Bofurin hang out, Toma included." He nods while still looking around. His arm takes your elbow firmly, halting you both.

“What are you doing on this side?” A voice calls out to your right. Your head turns, eyes landing on a man in the Bofurin uniform, glaring at the both of you.

“We are visiting one of her family members, Hajime-san is aware of my presence.” Kaoru answers calmly while slowly shifting you behind him. Your hand lands on his bicep more for comfort than holding him back. 

The Bofurin member narrows his eyes, his posture tense as he considers Kaoru's stance, looking him up and down. You hold your breath, praying this doesn't escalate.

"Is that so?" he says, taking a step closer, unconvinced. “I think I would have heard if Shishitoren trash was allowed on this street during daylight hours.”

Kaoru fully places you behind him, obstructing your view until you shift your head to look at the Bofurin patrol. His voice remains calm, but you can sense the underlying tension of his body coiling up, ready to pounce. "We mean no disrespect. We're simply here for a short visit. If you'd like to confirm with Hajime-san, please feel free to do so."

The Bofurin member scoffs, his hand moving to rest upon his hip - squaring up. Your heart races as you push around Kaoru's shoulder a bit, trying to defuse the situation.

"Please," you say, your voice shaky but determined. "I'm just here to see Toma Hiragi. He is my cousin!"

At the mention of Toma's name, the man's eyes widened slightly in recognition. He looks at you more closely, his aggressive stance softening just a fraction.

"You're that girl," he mutters, more to himself than to you. "The one Hiragi's been moping about." You flinch at his words, guilt twisting in your stomach. Before you can respond, another voice cuts through the tension.

"Oi! What's going on here?" Toma’s voice cuts through the air, making all of you snap to attention. You all turn to see Toma himself striding towards you, his face a mask of confusion and anger. His eyes lock onto you, then narrow as they shift to Kaoru. He looks tired, dark circles under his eyes, but otherwise unchanged.

"Toma." you breathe, stepping out from behind Kaoru. The Bofurin member turns to Toma, gesturing at you and Kaoru. "Found these two wandering around. Claims they're here to visit you." Toma's jaw clenches as his gaze flicks between you and Kaoru again. For a moment, you're afraid he might deny knowing you, or might just send you away. But then he sighs, running a hand through his spiky blond hair.

"It's fine." he says to the other Bofurin member. "I'll handle this."

The man looks skeptical but nods, shooting one last glare at Kaoru before walking away. You're left standing there, heart pounding, as Toma fully approaches you.

"What are you doing here?" he asks, his voice low and tightly controlled. You swallow hard, feeling your throat tighten with all the things you wanted to say.

I miss you.

Do you hate me? 

Can't we all be friends? 

I don't understand how this happened so fast. 

"I needed to see you, Toma. It's been weeks and you haven't returned any of my calls or messages. I just... I wanted to know if you're okay."

Toma's eyes narrow, a bitter laugh escaping his lips. "Okay? You're asking if I'm okay?" He shakes his head, looking away from you. "You chose him, remember? You walked away from us. Now you show up here, with one of his men, asking if I'm okay?"

His words sting, but you stand your ground. "I know I hurt you, Toma. That's why I'm here. I want to explain, to try and make things right between us."

Toma's gaze flicks to Kaoru, who stands silently behind you, watchful and tense. "And him? Is he here to make sure I don't try anything?"

You shake your head quickly. "No, Toma. He's just here for me. But this is about us, about our family. Please, can we talk somewhere private?"

Toma stares at you for a long moment, conflict evident in his eyes. Finally, he sighs heavily. "Fine. We can talk at Pothos. But he," he jerks his chin towards Kaoru, "stays outside."

You glance back at Kaoru, who shakes his head no. “Toma, he needs to stay with me.” Toma's eyes flash with anger, his fists balling tight at his side. "So you don't trust me now? Is that it?"

You feel tears pricking at the corners of your eyes. "It's not that, Toma. It's just... it's complicated. Please, can we just talk?"

Toma runs a self soothing hand through his hair again, frustration evident in every movement. Finally, he nods curtly. "Fine. But he sits at a different table. I won't have him hovering over us while we talk."

You glance at Kaoru, who gives you a small nod of agreement. "Okay," you say, relief washing over you. "Thank you, Toma."

The three of you make your way to Cafe Pothos in tense silence. As you enter, you feel the weight of curious stares from the other patrons. Toma leads you to a booth in the corner, while Kaoru takes a seat at the counter, his eyes never leaving you. Kotoha stares with wide eyes at you but stops short of coming over- giving you and Toma space. You give her a small wave and smile, but continue following Toma.

As you slide into the booth across from Toma, you're struck by how tired he looks up close. The dark circles under his eyes are more pronounced, and there's a weariness in his posture that wasn't there before.

"So," Toma says, his voice low and guarded. "You wanted to talk. Talk."

You take a deep breath, trying to gather your thoughts. “I’ve missed you.” You breathe out, voice shaking.

Toma's eyes flicker with a mix of emotions - anger, pain, and a hint of longing. He leans back, crossing his arms over his chest. "Missed me? That's rich, coming from you."

You flinch at his harsh tone, licking the top of your back teeth in stress. Why was finding the right words so hard? "I know." you take a quick breath, “I never meant to hurt you.”

"But you did. You chose him over us. Over me." He says low, sounded tired and at a loss. Toma's words hit you like a physical blow. You feel tears welling up in your eyes, but you blink them back, determined to get through this conversation without balling your eyes out.

"I know I did." you say slowly. 

Toma's jaw clenches, his eyes flickering with a mix of pain and anger. “Then why did you do it? Why did you choose him?"

You take a shaky breath, trying to find the right words. "I feel drawn to him," you smile sadly, swatting a tear away. “He likes me as I am, all of me.”

Toma scoffs, shaking his head. "So you threw us away for quick comfort? A guy you barely know?"

You recoil from his allegation. "I do know Togame, more than you do anyway. Why didn't you even try to speak to us?" 

Toma's eyes flash with anger. "Speak to you? After what happened in that tunnel? After you just walked away?" He leans forward, "Do you have any idea what it's been like here since you left? The looks, the whispers? Everyone knows you're with him now. Do you know what that does to our reputation?"

You feel a surge of frustration. "Is that what this is about? Reputation? Toma, I'm still me. I'm still your family. Nothing has changed about how I feel about you or anyone else here."

"Everything has changed." Toma hisses, slamming his palm on the table. You jump at the sudden noise, noticing Kaoru tense and shift to the next closest seat to you from the corner of your eye. "You're with the enemy now. How can we trust you?"

His words were like salt in a wound, but this sting made you mad . "Enemy?" you balk “Enemy? Are you being fucking serious? How is someone who funds your pocket an enemy?” You knew that was a low blow, and felt like you would regret saying that later, but saying Togame was an enemy had felt like a personal attack. 

Now he recoiled from you, his breathing very uneven. “ That has nothing to do with the choice you made.” His body was nearly shaking as he spoke, as if being reminded of the balance between the two factions was a deep insult. You feel your frustration building to new heights, your voice rising slightly.

"It has everything to do with it, Toma. Togame isn't some monster out to destroy Bofurin. He's been helping, funding projects, trying to make things better when he can."

Toma's eyes narrow dangerously. "Is that what he's told you? And you believe him? How naive can you be?" He spit out with enough venom to make the tears you had been holding back rush forward. He sounded exactly like the rest of the family, always assuming your quiet nature meant you were dumb. Tears began to spill over your cheeks, but you had to press on.

 "I've seen it with my own eyes, Toma. I have seen him help several people including Bofurin!"

Toma lets out a bitter laugh. "Help? By blackmailing us just to make sure you can visit? By taking over our territory piece by piece? That's not help, that's conquest."

You shake your head, shaking away doubts. You knew Togame wasn’t perfect, fuck he was far from it, but his feelings for you were real, and they were enough to hold steady against Toma’s harsh words. “I don’t know anything about that Toma, but blackmail seems like a stretch.” 

"You've known him for what, a month? And suddenly you're an expert on his intentions?" Toma snaps. You stare at him, your eyes wide with disbelief. You had never seen him like this before, never heard him so unyielding

"No, I’m not an expert, Toma. But I know what I've seen, what I've experienced. Togame isn't perfect, but he's not the villain you're making him out to be."

Toma leans back, his eyes cold. "So that's it then? He’s a good guy?”

You take a deep breath, trying to bottle up your tears. "No, Toma. He isn't, and I know that. But he's no villain either."

Toma scoffs, shaking his head. "You sound brainwashed." And just like that the dam breaks fully. Your throat goes tight and you choke out a sob. Your hands come up to cradle your head, your anxiety reaching near attack highs.

Your shoulders shake as you try to contain your sobs. The weight of Toma's accusation, the weeks of stress and guilt, all come crashing down on you at once. You feel exposed, vulnerable, and utterly exhausted.

"Hey," Toma's voice softens slightly, a hint of concern breaking through his anger. "I didn't mean to-"

"No," you cut him off, your voice trembling. "You did mean it. That's what hurts the most." You look up at him through tear-filled eyes. "I came here hoping to fix things. But you've already decided I'm the enemy, haven't you?"

Toma's expression flickers, a mix of guilt and stubbornness. "That's not fair. You're the one who chose to leave."

"I didn't leave you, Toma!" you exclaim, your voice cracking. "I’m right here! I fell for someone, but I never stopped caring about you. Why can't you see that?"

Toma runs a hand through his hair, frustration evident in every movement. "Because it's not that simple! You can't just have both worlds. It doesn't work like that."

You take a shaky breath, trying to steady yourself. "Why not? Why does it have to be one or the other? Why can't I care about both of you?"

Toma's eyes flash with a mix of pain and anger. "Because it's not just about you and me! It's about loyalty, about where you stand. You can't be with him and still be one of us."

You feel a surge of desperation. "But why not? Why does it have to be so black and white?"

Toma leans forward, arms still crossed. "Because that's how this world works. You think Togame would be okay with you hanging around here if things got tense between our groups again? What if a war happens? You think he'd let you choose us over him?"

His words hit you like a punch to the gut. You hadn't considered that possibility, and the thought makes your stomach churn. "He would let me leave."

Toma's eyes narrow, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, he'd let you leave? Just like that? You really believe that?"

You flinch at his tone, but hold your ground. "Yes, I do. He's not holding me prisoner, Toma. I'm with him because I want to be."

Toma leans back, shaking his head. "You're so naive. You think you know him after a few weeks? People like Togame don't just let go of what they consider theirs."

His words send a chill down your spine, but you push the doubt aside. "You don't know him like I do."

"That goes both ways." Toma counters. "You haven't seen what he's capable of."

You feel your frustration building again. "Then tell me, Toma. What has he done that's so terrible?"

Toma's jaw clenches, his eyes darting around the café before leaning in slightly. "You want to know? Fine. There was a fire at the old warehouse district a few weeks back."

"Okay, so there was a fire." you offer, not fully understanding where he was going with his point.

"That was Togame," Toma hisses. "He ordered it to send a message. Three men from a small group were in the building."

Your blood runs cold at Toma's words. "What?" you whisper, your voice barely audible. "That's not.." the words fall away, you don’t even know what to say.

"That is who he is." Toma says firmly. "And that's just one example. You think he got to where he is by playing nice? Wake up."

Your mind races, trying to reconcile the Togame you know with the man Toma is describing. "There has to be more to the story," you insist, but your voice lacks conviction.

Toma leans back, a bitter smile on his face. "There always is with guys like him. But the result is the same. People get hurt. People die."

You feel sick to your stomach, your earlier certainty crumbling. "Look, he isn’t here to defend himself. I can talk with him about it later." you say weakly.

"Oh, I'm sure he'll have a great explanation," Toma says sarcastically. "Just like I'm sure he has explanations for all the other things he's done."

The tears in your eyes begin to dry up, and exhaustion washes into your bones. “Look, Toma…” you pause, “He told me not to defend his actions so I won't…but what I do know is he makes me feel whole.” You look up, your eyes reaching his.

“I am not sure if it's love, but it's strong.” you laugh without any humor, the word felt dangerous to say if you were completely honest with yourself.

Toma's expression softens slightly at your words, a flicker of understanding passing through his eyes. He sighs heavily, leaning back in his seat.

"Alright," he says quietly. "But that doesn't change the reality of the situation."

You nod, feeling a mix of relief and sadness. "I know. But Toma, I don't want to lose you. You're my family. Can't we... can't we find a way to make this work?"

Toma runs a hand through his hair, conflict evident in his features. "I don't know," he admits. "It's not just about us. There's the whole group to consider."

You reach across the table, hesitating before gently placing your hand out for him to take. "But let's start with us. Can we at least try to stay in touch? Don't let this come between the family?"

Toma looks at your hand, then back up at you. For a moment, you see a glimpse of the cousin you grew up with, the one who always had your back.

"I can't promise anything," he says slowly. "But... I'll try. For you."

You feel a wave of relief wash over you. It's not perfect, but it's a start. "Thank you, Toma. That's all I'm asking for."

He nods, then glances over at Kaoru, who's still watching intently from the counter.

"I should probably get going," you say softly, noticing Toma's glance towards Kaoru. "But I meant what I said. I want to try to make this work."

Toma nods, his expression guarded but no longer hostile. "Yeah, alright. Just... be careful, okay? And if you ever need anything..."

You give him a small smile. "I know. Thank you, Toma."

As you stand to leave, Toma reaches out and grasps your wrist gently. "Hey," he says, his voice low. "If things ever go south with him... if you ever feel unsafe or need to get out... you come straight here, understand? No matter what's happened between us, I'll always have your back."

You nod, squeezing his hand briefly. "I will, promise."

You make your way over to Kaoru, who stands as you approach. His eyes scan your face, concern evident in his features.

"Everything okay?" he asks softly as you reach him. You nod to him but quickly look over at Kotoha who is wiping away tears. Your heart drops again knowing your friend listened the whole time and didn’t get to say her piece.

“So, you really like him?” She says softly, red eyes looking at the floor.

You feel a lump form in your throat as you look at Kotoha's tear-stained face. "Kotoha, I..." you start, your voice trailing off as you struggle to find the right words.

She looks up at you, her eyes shimmering with unshed tears. "It's okay," she says softly. "I heard everything. I just... I wish things could be different."

You step closer to her, your heart aching. "Me too," you admit. "I never wanted to hurt any of you. You're my family, my best friends."

Kotoha nods, wiping at her eyes. "I know. It's just... it's hard, you know? Seeing you with him, knowing how dangerous he is."

You swallow hard, Toma's words about the warehouse fire echoing in your mind. "I know it must seem that way," you say carefully. "But there's more to him than that. I've seen a different side of him."

Kotoha gives you a sad smile. "I hope you're right. Just... promise me you'll be careful, okay? And that you won't forget about us?"

You reach out, pulling her into a tight hug. "Never," you whisper fiercely. "You guys are my family. That will never change."

You catch Toma's eye and give him a small nod, which he returns after a moment's hesitation. Turning back to Kotoha, you squeeze her hand gently.

"I'll call you soon, okay? We can grab coffee or something, just the two of us." Kotoha nods, managing a watery smile. "I'd like that."

You feel Kaoru's presence behind you, a gentle reminder that it's time to go. With one last look at your friends, you turn and head for the door, your emotions a tangled mess of relief, sadness, and lingering anxiety.

As you step out into the sunlight, Kaoru falls into step beside you. His silence is comforting, allowing you space to process everything that just happened. You walk for a few blocks before he finally speaks.

"Are you alright?" he asks softly, his dark eyes searching your face.

You take a deep breath, considering the question. "I'm... I don't know," you admit. "It went better than I expected in some ways, but..." Kaoru nods, understanding in his expression. "But there's still a lot unresolved." He offers gently. 

"Yeah," you sigh, hand playing your hair to self soothe. "And now I need to talk to Togame about somethings, unpleasant things. "

Kaoru's steps falter for just a moment, but he quickly recovers. "I see." he says carefully.

"About what Toma said?" He asks , and you nod, your stomach churning at the memory of Toma's accusations.

"I need to know the truth, Kaoru. About the warehouse fire, about... everything." Kaoru is quiet for a long moment, his expression unreadable. Finally, he speaks, his voice low and serious. "Just... be prepared. The truth isn't always easy to hear."

His words send a chill down your spine, but you square your shoulders, determined. "I know. But I need to hear it anyway." A look passes over Kaoru’s face that nearly makes you stop walking. 

“Just know, he shouldn’t have told you. Togame-sama will….he will do something about it.” he said each word very slowly, like he was struggling to not speak his thoughts, but you were glad he did. That was something to keep in mind when you spoke with Togame, you needed to ask your questions carefully.

As you make your way back towards Orion, your mind races with questions. You know that the conversation ahead with Togame won't be easy, but you also know it's necessary. Whatever the truth may be, you need to face it head-on. The walk back was uncomfortably silent, Kaoru was stiff and looking oddly pale.

The familiar sight of Orion comes into view, the construction equipment still buzzing with activity. You take a deep breath, steeling yourself for what's to come. As you approach the entrance, you catch sight of Togame through one of the windows, his tall figure unmistakable even from a distance.

As you enter Orion, the bustling noise of the construction fades away, replaced by the muted sounds of the theater's interior shuffling. Your steps echo in the hallway as you make your way towards Togame's office, Kaoru a silent presence behind you.

Your heart pounds in your chest, each beat seeming to ask: were you ready to hear what he had to say? 

You pause outside Togame's door, taking a deep breath to steady yourself. Kaoru places a gentle hand on your shoulder, his voice low as he says, "I'll wait out here. Take your time."

You push open the door without knocking, stepping into the familiar space of his office. Togame is standing by the window, his back to you as he looks out over the construction site. The late afternoon sun casts long shadows across the room, giving everything a golden hue.

"How did it go?" Togame asks, not turning around.

You swallow hard, your throat suddenly dry. "It was... complicated," you manage. "But that's not why I'm here."

Now Togame does turn, his green eyes locking onto yours with an intensity that makes your breath catch. "Oh?" he says, his voice deceptively calm. "I imagine from the look on your face, he told you something he shouldn’t have."

You take a step forward, squaring your shoulders. "Did you really use me to get a deal with Bofurin? "

Togame's expression doesn't change, but you see a flicker of something - surprise? concern? - in his eyes. He moves away from the window, circling his desk to stand in front of you.

"Use you?" he repeats, his voice low. "In a way, yes I did."

You nod, your hands clenched at your sides to stop them from shaking. "All that talk about me not being a pawn, that was a lie?"

Togame studies you for a long moment, his gaze still relaxed. Then, without warning, he reaches out and cups your face in his hands. His touch is gentle, but you can feel the tension in his fingers.

"No." he says softly, "it was not a lie."

Your heart races, but you don't pull away. "But Toma said you blackmailed them." you whisper.

Togame's thumbs brush across your cheeks, his eyes never leaving yours. " Blackmail is not how I would characterize that chat." he begins, his voice steady. "I renegotiate with them all the time." 

You feel a chill run down your spine, but you press on. "But you did use me as a reason?"

"Yes." The lack of emotion on his face was alarming, as if the person before you was a different man. Your breath catches in your throat at Togame's blunt admission. You feel a wave of nausea wash over you, but you force yourself to stay rooted in place, your eyes locked on his.

"Why?" you manage to choke out. "Why? Against my own family?"

Togame's hands drop from your face, but he doesn't step away. His green eyes bore into yours, unflinching. "Against them? Hardly."

You shake your head, trying to reconcile the two conversations. "But why did he take it so personally then?"

A humorless smile flickers across Togame's face. "Because I made it personal. "

You take a step back, your mind reeling. "Why?"

"Because," Togame says, his voice maddeningly calm. "I have given them more patience than they deserve. Being called a woman beater was the last straw." You stare wide eyed, is that what everyone was thinking? You thought this was about the bodyguard- when and who was calling him a woman beater? Your mind spun in confusion, completely lost as to how this was all related. 

Togame's expression hardens slightly. "That’s right. You didn’t really know that conversation. "

You feel tears pricking at the corners of your eyes. "Why wouldn’t you just tell me that, I would have cleared it up."

Togame takes a step towards you, his voice low and intense. "They wouldn’t listen to you. Even now they think you are my complete control. Unable to choose me over them of your own free will."

You shake your head, your voice barely above a whisper. "Toma will listen."

"Did he listen today?" Togame says, reaching out to brush a tear from your cheek. "This is just how it is. Bofurin always struggles to reconcile a few hard truths. " he continues, “This is why I didn’t think it was a good idea to visit him. Hiragi is hurt, and right now playing pretend. He is one of the Four Kings of Bofurin, and he has been on my doorstep before seeking aid to clean up blood. They all have. These things happen. Yet…I remain the only villain.”

You stagger back, feeling as if the ground has dropped out from beneath you. He sits back on his desk, looking you over.

"No," you whisper, shaking your head. "That can't be true. Toma wouldn't..."

"Wouldn't what?" Togame asks, his voice gentle but firm. "Wouldn't kill to protect what's his? Wouldn't do whatever it takes to keep his people safe? You'd be surprised what people are capable of when pushed to their limits."

You wrap your arms around yourself, suddenly feeling cold despite the warmth of the room. "I just... I can't believe it. Any of it."

Togame stands, moving towards you slowly, as if approaching a frightened animal. "I know it's hard to hear. But this is the reality of our world. It's ugly, it's underhanded, but it's necessary." You look up at him, tears streaming down your face unable to find the words to fight back.

Togame's expression softens slightly. "It's not easy. It never has been. But I do what I must to protect what's mine. To protect you."

His words send a shiver down your spine. "But you still used me."

Togame reaches out, gently cupping your face in his hands once more. "A small change in contract wording does not mean I blackmailed them. They simply got rude with me about you, and it cost them some comfort- nothing more."

You stare into Togame's eyes, searching for any sign of deception. His gaze remains steady, unflinching. You want to believe him, but doubt gnaws at your insides.

"And the warehouse fire?" you whisper, your voice trembling. "Toma said..."

Togame's jaw tightens almost imperceptibly. "Ah, so he told you about that."

Your heart races as you wait for his response. Togame sighs, releasing your face and taking a step back.

"It's true," he says quietly. "I ordered the fire."

You feel as if all the air has been sucked out of the room. "Why?" you manage to choke out.

Togame's eyes harden, but he shifts to pull you in close. “These are not things for you to worry about. He should not have told you.”

You push away from Togame, anger flaring in your chest. "Not for me to worry about? People died, Togame! How can you expect me not to care about that?"

“I never said that. I would prefer you not know about what any of us do.” he turns to look out the window for a moment. “And it will be that way going forward.” he says plainly, though it felt oddly threatening. 

You stare at Togame in disbelief, your mind reeling. "What do you mean, it will be that way going forward? You can't just decide to keep me in the dark about everything!"

Togame turns back to you, his expression stern. "I can, and I will. This world is dangerous, and the less you know, the safer you'll be."

You feel a surge of anger and frustration. "That's not fair! I'm not some fragile doll you need to protect. I deserve to know what's going on, especially if it involves people I care about!"

Togame's eyes flash with a mixture of anger and concern. "I'm trying to keep you safe, to give you a chance at a normal life despite being with me."

You shake your head, tears threatening to spill over. "I don't want a 'normal' life if it means being lied to and kept in the dark. I want to be with you, all of you, not just the parts you think I can handle!"

Togame runs a hand through his hair, frustration evident in every movement. "We talked about this already. I will tell you what I can, when I can. What Hiragi said was out of anger only- he wouldn’t normally share that either.”

You take a deep breath, trying to calm yourself. "I understand you're trying to protect me, Togame. But keeping me completely in the dark isn't the answer. I need to know at least some of what's going on, especially if it affects my family and friends."

Togame studies you for a long moment, his expression unreadable. After prolonged silence he sighs. "Next time I'll inform you if you come up in a call.  The fire does not concern you,  and it stays that way. " You nod slowly, feeling a mix of relief and lingering frustration.

“As for Hiragi. Some new rules will need to be in place until he calms down.” Togame said flatly.

“You can’t do this, you can’t just stop me from seeing him!” You nearly shout, which gets you a harsher look than you were prepared to receive. Your skin feels tight as you try to remain firm against Togame’s oppressive aura. 

“I didn’t say the rules were for you.” he took a breath, calming down a fraction. “No, I’ll call Hajime, and have him deal with Hiragi.”

You feel your heart drop at Togame's words. "Deal with Toma? What do you mean by that?"

Togame's expression remains impassive. "Nothing drastic. But he needs to understand that sharing sensitive information has consequences."

You shake your head vehemently. "No, Togame. You can't punish him for telling me the truth. That's not fair!"

“Stop this behavior.” he scolds you, making you flinch. “There are rules, and he is violating them. He didn't just say it to you, he said that information to a room full of people.”

You take a step back, feeling oddly stricken by his harsh demeanor. "I... I'm sorry," you stammer, your voice shaking. "I didn't realize...but Toma is my family. Please, don't hurt him because of me.”

Togame's expression eases a fraction. "I won't hurt him. He put you and others at risk by speaking so freely, that needs to be addressed."

You nod slowly, your mind racing. "What kind of consequences?"

"That's for Hajime to decide," Togame says. "But I assure you, it won't be anything harmful."

You feel a mixture of relief and lingering anxiety. "Can I at least talk to Toma first? Explain things to him?"

Togame considers for a moment, then shakes his head. "No. It's better if you stay out of this for now. Let Hajime handle it." You want to argue, but the finality in Togame's voice makes you hesitate. You realize pushing too hard right now might make things worse.

You nod reluctantly, feeling defeated. "Okay." you whisper, wrapping your arms around yourself. "I just don't want anyone to get hurt because of me."

Togame's expression softens as he steps closer to you. He gently cups your face in his hands, and you don’t push him away, savoring the feeling of his thumbs brushing away the tears on your cheeks. 

"No one is going to get hurt," he says softly. "This is just about maintaining order and respect."

You lean into his touch, feeling emotionally drained. "I believe you." you murmur, even as a small part of you still harbors doubt. "I just wish things were easy with him." you huff out.

Togame pulls you into a tight embrace, his chin resting on top of your head. "I know." he says, his voice rumbling in his chest.

You wrap your arms around him, clinging to his warmth and stability. For a moment, you allow yourself to just be held, pushing aside the swirling thoughts and doubts.

After a long moment, Togame pulls back slightly, looking down at you. “Speaking of respect,” a devilish grin spreads along his features. “You didn’t knock when you came in, twice.” His hands slipped down your waist until they landed on the top of your ass.

You can't help but gasp, both from the suddenness of his actions and his playful tone. You had almost forgotten about barging into his room without knocking earlier. A flush creeps up your cheeks as you realize your current position is trapped between Togame and a heavy chair.

You blush, heat creeping into your cheeks as Togame's mood shifts so abruptly. "I-I'm sorry," you stammer, instinctively tensing as his hands squeeze your bottom. "I was distracted both times!" 

Togame's grin widens, his eyes dancing with mischief. "We can't have that now, can we?" You stare at him wide eyed, completely thrown off by his sudden change.

“Pull your skirt down, and lean on my desk.” He demands, motioning to his desk.

Your heart pounds wildly in your chest as you look at Togame, unsure if he's joking or not. His expression, however, doesn't give away his intentions. After a moment of hesitation, you do as he says. Slowly, you push down your long skirt, revealing your panties, and then bend over his desk. Your hands shake as you grip the cool surface, anxiety and a strange anticipation coiling in your belly.

“Make sure to count beautiful. 10 should be a sufficient lesson.” He reminds you. He hand rubs your ass in circular motions, as if mapping them. He grips your panties, sliding them down to your knees.

“Alrighty wet for me.” he lets out a low chuckle, “such a good girl.”

You can't help but blush at his words, embarrassment and arousal warring within you. "Togame-sama... I..." you trail off, unsure of what to say. The anticipation of the impending spanking is both thrilling and terrifying.

"Count," he says, his tone brooking no argument.

"O-okay," you stutter, closing your eyes and bracing yourself. "One," you say in a shaky voice as the first strike lands across your upturned bottom. The pain is sharp but not unbearable, and you grit your teeth. "Two," you continue through gritted teeth as the second strike falls.

With each subsequent slap, the sting intensifies, and your bottom cheeks burn hotly. You try to focus on the warmth blooming within you, but by the fifth strike, you're wriggling and gripping the desk for dear life.

"T-ten," you dutifully call out the number before collapsing onto the desk, panting heavily.

"Perfect, you did that so well." Togame kneads your tender flesh making you whine in protest, still feeling overworked.

“I have some work to do, come sit on my desk.” He slips your panties the rest of the way off, pocketing them casually. “Move your skirt, so you are fully on my desk.” You stare at him as he walks to his chair and sits down with a soft thud.

You glance over at Togame, your cheeks still flushed from both the spanking and his casual sexual demeanor. Slowly, you push yourself up from the desk, wincing as you adjust your skirt. You hesitate for a moment before cautiously perching on the edge of his desk, your legs dangling over the side.

Togame doesn't say anything but gestures for you to come closer. With a shaky sigh, you scoot over until you're right in front of him, your knees brushing against his outer thighs.

"Much better," he purred, reaching out to stroke the skin on your thigh closest to him. A moan escapes your lips as he plays with your leg.

Togame's touch is feather-light, sending shivers down your spine. You find yourself leaning into his touch, the earlier tension and fears fully forgotten. His fingers move higher, reaching the sensitive spot behind your knee.

"You like that?" Togame asks, his voice low and husky. You nod, unable to form coherent words as he continues to tease you. His other hand rests on your thigh, his thumb rubbing circles on the outside of your stockings.

As if sensing your growing arousal, Togame's hand moves further up your thigh, pausing just short of where you need it most. You bite your lower lip, trying to control your pounding heartbeat. "Togame-sama," you whimper softly, unable to hide the need in your voice any longer.

He chuckles low, clearly enjoying your desperation. "Yes?" he asks, his voice dripping with anticipation.

"I want you," you manage to say through gritted teeth, feeling deeply embarrassed.

“Sorry, I have to work for a bit longer, but lean back and touch yourself for me.”

Your cheeks flame with a mixture of arousal and embarrassment, but you do as Togame says, leaning back on his desk. You slide your hand under your skirt and between your legs, seeking out the already-moist folds of your core. Gently, you begin to circle your clit, letting out a soft moan.

Togame, for his part, seems to be focused on some papers on his desk, but you can feel his eyes on you nonetheless. The knowledge that he's watching only heightens your arousal further. As you touch yourself through your damp panties, you start to moan softly.

“Make noise, helps me focus.” His words spur you on even though he doesn’t bother to look at you, and you find yourself rubbing your clit faster. Your breathing comes in pants now, and your skin is slick with sweat.

You can't believe you're doing this, masturbating on Togame's desk while he works, but the humiliation and his cool demeanor only fuel your arousal. You mewl louder, your fingers flying between your legs as you edge closer to climax. The hand that isn't between your legs grips the edge of the desk tightly, nails digging into the wood.

Togame glances up from his paperwork just long enough to smirk at you before returning to his work. "You only come when I give permission.” he remarks with a flick of his pen.

Your whole body tenses at his words, your orgasm so close you can almost taste it. A part of you wants to defy him, to show him that you're in control of your own body, but another part of you, the needy, submissive part, craves his approval.

"P-please," you beg, your voice ragged with arousal. "Let me... I'm so close."

He merely shakes his head, still writing away. You whine out, head hitting the desk with a thump, body shaking and sweating.

You're so close, and your resolve was even closer to cracking. Your body is a taut coil of arousal, aching for release, but Togame Jo's command rings in your ears. "Not yet." he says, his voice casual as he continues working. Your body is trembling with the force of your restraint. You bite down on your lower lip, leaving bite marks in an attempt to stifle moans threatening to spill from your lips. Togame Jo doesn't even bother glancing up from his paperwork, which only serves to heighten your frustration and arousal further.

“Alright, this is now done. All that is left is a phone call.” He stands from his seat and pulls out his phone from his pocket. You watch with hawk-like eyes as he moves in-between your legs.

“Now, you are going to be a good girl, and hold the phone steady for me, make sure to keep quiet.” he lets a small chuckle, “Or don’t, either way I am fine with it.” He hands you an open phone, a ringing tone already filling the air. His hands pull your body close to the edge, and with one swift movement he pulls himself free from his pants and aligns himself with your dripping pussy. Your breathing hikes to a fever, barely able to keep quiet. The ringing stops and a very familiar voice of Hajime Umemiya answers.

“Togame Jo,” Umemiya states curtly.

You want to die right there and then. Hajime's voice was the last thing you expected to hear on the other end of the phone. Your cheeks burn with mortification as you hold the phone, your hand shaking violently. Togame begins to ease himself inside you, the feeling is so overwhelming that a moan escapes your lips before you can help it.

"Shh," Togame whispers in your ear, his breath hot against your skin as he continues to press forward, stretching you to your limits. You bite down on your lower lip, fighting back a scream as he bottoms out inside you.

"Yo, Hajime," Togame drawls casually, as if he weren't currently fucking you on top of his desk. 

"I’m calling about Hiragi. It's come to my attention that he is spouting off information he shouldn’t be." He pauses for a moment, his thrusts becoming more forceful as he starts to move in and out of you with increasing pace. "I’d like you to handle it, so I don’t have to."

Hajime's voice on the other end of the line is livid, but he attempts to keep his cool. "Meaning?" His words are clipped and cold, and you can only imagine the expression on his face at this moment. This was not the man you met weeks ago. He was far colder than you remembered, but maybe that was just with Togame.

“Ah so, no one has told you yet.” he paused, taking an extra deep stroke into your pussy. “He brought up the warehouse fire at Cafe Pothos, in front of an audience- including your sister.” His hips grind against yours, punctuating each word with a sharp thrust. You bite down on your lip, trying desperately not to moan into the phone, but it's a losing battle. Small moans begin to spill from your lips as your climax continues to creep closer. If Togame started to rub your clit it was over for your decorum.

“When did this happen?" He asked coldly.

"Today." Togame Jo replies casually, as if discussing the weather instead of another man's life.

Togame Jo's thrusts become even more relentless, his grip on your hips tightening as he angles himself to hit that delicious spot inside you with each stroke. The combination of the conversation and the incredible pleasure threaten to send you over the edge.

Your grip on the phone loosens, and Togame reaches out to help steady it in the air. As if he can read your mind, he brushes his thumb over your clit, sending a bolt of white-hot pleasure coursing through you. You bite down on your wrist, desperately trying to muffle the scream that threatens to escape your lips.

Hajime's curse on the other end of the line is muffled, but you still hear it. Togame Jo chuckles, enjoying every second of your shared humiliation, but only seems to make Hajime more agitated.

The line is silent for a moment before Hajime Umemiya speaks again. "I will handle it." The icy coldness in his voice sent chills down your spine.

Togame Jo's only response is to pick up the pace, pounding into you relentlessly. "Good," he says between thrusts, his voice hoarse with arousal. "Knew I could count on you Hajime-chan." he smirks down at your flushed body. "Say goodbye to Hajime for me," he says with a partially hard thrust.

“Go-goodbye Hajime-san.” you struggle out, sounding completely out of breath.

Togame yanks the phone with a laugh from your shaking hand, and ends the call without waiting for a response from Hajime.

Togame Jo's thrusts don't relent, if anything, they become even more frenzied, as if he were trying to surpass a nonexistent finish line. Sweat trickles down your forehead, your body tense with the effort of holding back your orgasm. You bite down on your knuckles, trying desperately to keep quiet as Togame Jo fucks you mercilessly on top of his desk.

"Togame-sama," you pant out, pleasure mingling with desperation in your voice. "pleasepleasefuckplease" you moan and gasp out, your words all running together.

He grunts in response, his grip on your hips tightening to the point of pain. "Ask nicely." he growls through gritted teeth. "And I might consider it." His words make you whimper, hating yourself for giving him this much control but needing release more than anything in that moment. "Please, Togame-sama, please let me come." you moan, feeling yourself being strangled on the edge of release. You could not hold out much longer.

Togame Jo grins down at you, his emerald eyes flashing with dark satisfaction. "That's better," he purrs, rewarding your submission with a forceful thrust that sends your world spiraling. His fingers find their way to your clit, and he rubs it in time with his relentless thrusts. "Come for me." he commands, his voice horse with arousal.

You scream, the sound unmuffled as Togame Jo finally grants you the release you so desperately craved. Wave after wave of bliss washes over you as he continues to pound into you mercilessly, prolonging your climax until you see stars behind your eyelids. Togame Jo's grip on your hips tightens even more as he groans out his own release, his hot seed filling you up, marking you as his.

Breathless and spent, Togame Jo pulls out of you, leaving you to shiver in the cool air. He tucks himself back into his pants, as if nothing had just happened. You, on the other hand, are left completely disheveled and unmoving.

As the euphoria of your shared orgasms fades, the weight of what just happened settles on you like a lead blanket. Your cheeks burn with humiliation as you struggle to compose yourself, tugging at your clothes down and trying to ignore the sticky evidence of your pleasure on your thighs. Togame Jo, for his part, straightens his clothes as if nothing had just happened. You can't help but feel odd about that interaction even if it was sorta hot.

“What was that?” You ask, eyes narrowed in his direction. Togame Jo's grin widened as he stared down at you, his emerald eyes flashing with amusement and something else you couldn't quite decipher.

"Just having a little fun." he drawled lazily, settling back into his leather chair. He taps his lap, willing you to sit on him.

You hesitate for a moment, torn between your burning cheeks and the lingering desire from moments ago. Despite your reservations, you climb onto his lap, your still sensitive folds brushing against the firm bulge in his pants. Heat creeps into your cheeks once more as you look away, trying to ignore the smirk on his lips.

"That's better," he purred, one hand resting casually on your thigh. "I take it you enjoyed yourself too." It was more of a statement than a question, but you couldn't deny the truth of his words. In fact, arousal pooled between your legs at the memory of the intensity in his eyes as he claimed you so ruthlessly.

Togame Jo's other hand snakes up to cup your chin, forcing you to meet his gaze. "Well, regardless, the day must go on." His words send another wave of heat through your body and you can't help but blush even more. He chuckles, clearly pleased with himself and your reaction.

"Stay for a while." he pauses “I’m sure Kaoru is still outside, might have headphones in though, he can show you around more.” You frown at his cheeky reminder that you were loud moments ago.

“You are an animal, you know that?” You pout at him, though there was no real malice in your voice.

Togame Jo's grin only widened at your comment, his emerald eyes filled with mischief. "I know," he drawled, running a finger down your jawline, making goosebumps erupt on your skin. "It's one of my many charms."

You rolled your eyes but couldn't help the small smile that tugged at the corner of your lips. Togame Jo was infuriating and arrogant, but there was something undeniably captivating about him. Reluctantly, you nod in agreement. "Fine, I'll stay for a bit."

"Hmm." Togame Jo hums noncommittally, but the small smile he presses into your shoulder makes you melt. Damn him for being so fine, and such a devious man. 

You shift slightly on Togame's lap, still feeling the pleasant ache between your legs from your recent activities. The events of the day swirl in your mind - your tense conversation with Toma, the revelations about Togame's actions, and now this unexpected intimate moment. It's a lot to process.

Togame seems content to hold you for now, one hand idly stroking your thigh as he looks over some papers on his desk. The casual intimacy of the moment strikes you, and you find yourself relaxing into his embrace despite your lingering concerns.

After a few minutes of comfortable silence, you gather the courage to speak. "Togame," you start hesitantly, "about what happened earlier..."

He looks up at you, his green eyes unreadable. "Yes?"

You take a deep breath. "I just...while I enjoyed it, I'm not entirely comfortable with being put in that position without warning. Especially not during an important call like that." In truth, you liked it a bit too much, but once the drunken haze had passed you felt sleazy for doing that on the phone.

Togame studies you for a long moment, his expression thoughtful. Finally, he nods. "I got carried away in the moment." he admits, though he does not look even a tiny bit guilty. “I’ll prepare you more next time.” He says with a quick smirk. It wasn’t lost on you that he didn’t apologize for your discomfort, but his smile felt like enough- which worried you.

You lean in and press a soft kiss to his cheek. "Thank you." you murmur. He nods in response then pulls you closer. He buries his face in your neck for a moment, but suddenly goes stiff.

“Your hair, it smells different.” He pulls back frowning, making you feel very self conscious all of a sudden.

“What?” You ask, touching your hair in confusion.

“You smell different.” He repeats, a small frown now plastered to his face. You pull back a bit, thinking about what he meant. It takes you a moment but what he said makes sense, you were out of all your hair care from the US and had given up and getting new ones. After shipping it would have been close to $60 a bottle and that wasn’t going to happen. “Oh right, I ran out of my hair care. It's really expensive in the states, even worse shipping it here. My mom would kill me if she saw me spend $300 on hair supplies” you laugh, imagining the phone call you’d get after she checked the statement. Shopping for clothes had already led to a short but curt warning about being responsible with overspending. 

Togame's frown deepens at your explanation. "That won't do." he says firmly.

You shrug, feeling a bit embarrassed. "It's not a big deal, really. I can make do with local stuff for now." You did mean it, local japanese hair care was nice- you hair seemed okay with the change so far.

Togame shakes his head "No. Show Kaoru your usual products, and I’ll get them ordered."

You blink in surprise "That's really not necessary. It's too expensive..."

He cuts you off with a soft laugh, making you bristle a bit. "Money isn't an issue." His eyes soften as he looks at you. "Let me do this for you."

You hesitate for a moment, torn between your pride and the genuine care in Togame's eyes. Finally, you nod. "Okay," you say softly. "Thank you. That's very kind of you." He smiles, pressing a kiss to your forehead. "Good. Now, why don't you go find Kaoru and have him show you around a bit more? I've got a few more things to wrap up here."

You slide off Togame's lap, straightening your clothes and suddenly realize with a start that Togame still has your underwear in his pocket. Your cheeks grow hot as you glance at him, unsure whether to ask for them back. He catches your look and smirks, deeply enjoying your discomfort.

"Looking for something?" he asks innocently, his eyes sparkling with mischief.

“Yeah my panties..” You bite your lip, torn between embarrassment and arousal at him still having your soaked panties. 

Togame chuckles, pulling the lace from his pocket and playing with them. "I think I'll hold onto these for now," he says with a sly grin. "A little reminder for both of us."

Your breath catches in your throat at his words. Part of you wants to protest, to demand he return your underwear, but another part of you - a part that's growing stronger by the day - is excited by the idea.

"Okay." you stammer while struggling to swallow down your growing lust. It could not be healthy to be this turned on all the time. You certainly didn’t drink enough water to be this wet constantly.

Togame's grin widens. "Good girl." he purrs, sending a shiver down your spine. "Now run along, I'll see you later." You nod, still feeling flustered as you make your way to the door. As you reach for the handle, Togame calls out one last time.

"One last thing," You turn to look at him, your heart racing. "I meant what I said earlier. About keeping you safe." His green eyes bore into yours, intense and serious.

"There are things in this world that you're better off not knowing. Not because I don't trust you, but because knowledge is dangerous."

You swallow hard, nodding slowly. "I understand." you say slowly, even as a part of you still rebels against the idea of being kept in the dark. Togame's smile returns, though there's still a hint of seriousness in his eyes. "Good. Now go on, I'm sure Kaoru is wondering what's keeping you."

You nod and slip out of Togame's office, feeling a lot of emotions swirling inside you. As you close the door behind you, you take a deep breath, trying to compose yourself. Your cheeks still feel flushed, and you're acutely aware of the absence of your underwear.

Kaoru is waiting in the hallway several feet away, his back against the wall and his eyes fixed on his phone. When he hears the door close, he looks up, a faint blush coloring his cheeks as he meets your gaze.

"Good conversation?" he asks, his voice carefully neutral. You nod, hoping your face isn't as red as it feels.

"Yeah, productive." you say, trying to sound casual. The silence between the two of you begins to heat up your skin. It was oddly hot in this building.

"Togame suggested you could show me around a bit more, up for that?" You ask, trying to not sound as stressed as you felt.

Kaoru nods, pushing himself off the wall. "Of course. Where would you like to start?" his voice sounded more collected than a few seconds ago. You consider for a moment, grateful for his willingness to pretend he didn’t hear you being fucked.

"Maybe the renovations? I noticed there was construction equipment outside earlier."

"Sure." Kaoru says, leading the way down the hallway. As you walk, you can't help but wonder if he heard everything from Togame's office. The thought makes you blush even deeper.

Kaoru gives you a thorough tour of the ongoing renovations, explaining the plans for expanding and modernizing Orion. You try to focus on his words, but your mind keeps drifting back to your conversation with Togame, and your missing panties.

"...and this area will become a new lounge space for lower ranks." Kaoru is saying as you pass through a half-finished room. You nod, trying to appear engaged even as your thoughts swirl.

Kaoru glances at you, a flicker of concern passing over his features. "Are you alright? You seem distracted."

You force a smile, shaking your head. "I'm fine, just..thinking about everything."

Kaoru studies you for a moment before nodding. "I understand. It can be overwhelming at first, being part of this world."

His words catch you off guard. "What do you mean?" Your full attention turns to Kaoru, so far he had never shared anything beyond what you directly asked, and even then he would be cagey.

Kaoru leans against a nearby pillar, his expression thoughtful. "Being in Shishitoren’s orbit, I mean. It's not an easy adjustment for anyone."

You bite your lip, considering his words. "How... how did you get involved in all this?"

A shadow passes over Kaoru's face, but he quickly masks it with a small smile. "That's a long story. But let's just say I didn't have many other options at the time. Togame-sama gave me a chance when no one else would."

You nod slowly, processing Kaoru's words. His vague answer only piques your curiosity further, but you sense he's not comfortable sharing more details. Still, you appreciate this small glimpse into his past.

"I can understand that," you say softly. "Togame seems to have a knack for finding lost people."

Kaoru's smile becomes a bit more genuine. "He does. Togame-sama can see potential in people."

You both fall silent for a moment, the sounds of construction echoing in the background. Finally, you gather the courage to ask something that's been on your mind.

"Kaoru," you start hesitantly, "can I ask you something? About Togame?"

He turns to look at you, his expression carefully blank. "You can ask. I may not be able to answer, depending on what it is."

You take a deep breath. "Is he... is he a good person? I mean, I know he does things that aren't exactly good, but..." you trail off, unsure how to articulate your concerns. “Am I blind?” you finally huff out, the question making your chest hurt. 

Kaoru is quiet for a long moment, his dark eyes studying you intently. It's clear this is a question he was not prepared to answer, but he places a finger to his chin- thinking.

Kaoru takes a deep breath "Togame-sama is complicated." he begins slowly. "He's not a conventionally good person, but he has his own sense of honor."

Kaoru pauses, his gaze distant. "I've seen him do terrible things, but I've also seen him show incredible kindness."

You nod, absorbing Kaoru's words. "So he's not all bad," you say softly, more to yourself than to Kaoru. His eyes refocus on you, his expression serious. "No, he's not all bad. But he's not all good either.That’s our life. Togame-sama operates as he must, never been my place to question him."

You feel a chill run down your spine at Kaoru's words. "But I have to question it…Toma he thinks.." you pause, your chest going heavy. "He thinks I am brainwashed…an idiot." Tears begin to fill your water line at the thought of Toma’s harsh words.

Kaoru's expression softens slightly. "That's something only you can decide. Togame-sama clearly cares for you, but..." he trails off, seeming unsure how to continue.

"But what?" you press, needing to hear the rest.

Kaoru sighs. "But caring for someone doesn't always mean you do what's best for them.”

You feel your heart sink at Kaoru's words. Part of you wants to argue, to defend Togame, but another part knows there's truth in what Kaoru is saying. You wrap your arms around yourself, suddenly feeling very vulnerable.

"I don't know what to do." you admit softly. "At times I feel confident about all this, and then Toma…well sometimes I feel like he is right, that I’m an idiot."

Kaoru's expression softens as he sees your distress. He takes a step closer, his voice gentle. "You're not an idiot. This is a complicated situation, and there are no easy answers." He applies his hand to your shoulder slowly.

“What I do know is Hiragi was speaking from a place of hurt.” he looks around, confirming you two are alone. “He shouldn’t have spoken so harshly.” You nod slowly, taking comfort in Kaoru's words and gentle touch. "I know you're right," you say softly. "It's just... hard to navigate all of this."

Kaoru gives your shoulder a gentle squeeze before dropping his hand. "It is. And it's okay to feel conflicted or unsure. Just... be careful, okay? And if you ever need someone to talk to, I'm here."

His offer of support touches you deeply. "Thank you, Kaoru. That means a lot."

You both fall silent for a moment, the sounds of construction once again filling the air. As you stand there, processing everything, a thought occurs to you.

"Kaoru," you start hesitantly, "can I ask you one more thing?"

He nods, his expression far more relaxed. "Of course."

You take a deep breath, steeling yourself. "Earlier, when Togame and I were... talking. Did you...?"

A faint blush colors Kaoru's cheeks, and he looks away quickly. "Don’t worry about what I heard. I won't ever bring anything up, and I moved away from the door.”

You feel your own face heating up in embarrassment. "Oh god." you groan, covering your face with your hands. "I'm so sorry."

Kaoru clears his throat awkwardly. "It's fine, really. It's not the first time I've overheard things. Part of the job, I suppose."

You feel your face burning with embarrassment at Kaoru's admission. The idea that he's overheard intimate moments between you and Togame before makes you want to crawl into a hole and disappear.

"I'm so sorry," you mumble again, unable to meet Kaoru's eyes. "That must be so awkward for you."

Kaoru clears his throat, his own cheeks still a faint pink. "It's really alright." he assures you. "As I said, it's part of the job. I've learned to tune things out when necessary."

You nod, still feeling mortified. An uncomfortable silence stretches between you for a moment before Kaoru speaks again, clearly trying to change the subject.

"Shall we continue the tour? There's still the new training area to see."

You nod gratefully, eager to move past the awkward moment. As you follow Kaoru down the hallway, you can't help but wonder what other secrets he's privy to in his role before being your bodyguard. 

Kaoru leads you to a large, open space that's clearly still under construction. "This will be the new training facility," he explains, gesturing to the half-finished room. "New equipment, a sparring area, even a protein bar!" He swooned a bit, staring at the machines that would make smoothies in the future, getting a small laugh from you. 

You look around, impressed by everything he shows you. "Wow, that's quite an upgrade."

Kaoru nods, a hint of excitement in his voice. "It's going to be incredible once it's finished. Togame-sama spares no expense when it comes to keeping Shishitoren strong."

As you walk through the space, taking in the plans for the new training facility, a thought occurs to you. "Kaoru, do you think... I mean, would it be possible for me to learn some self-defense?"

Kaoru turns to look at you, surprise evident on his face. "Self-defense? I'm not sure Togame-sama would approve of that."

You frown, feeling a surge of frustration. "Why not? Wouldn't it be better if I could protect myself, at least a little?"

Kaoru hesitates to continue, his eyes roaming over your upset face. "Right, but Togame-sama is very protective of you. He might see it as unnecessary or even dangerous."

You cross your arms, your frustration growing. "But it's my choice, isn't it? I should have a say in my own safety."

Kaoru sighs, running a hand through his hair. "Look, I would need to chat with him first."

You're about to argue further when a voice interrupts you. "She is right, show her how to defend herself." You both turn to see a short blond man standing in the doorway, his eyes moving between you and Kaoru with curiosity. Kaoru immediately bows at the waist making you feel very nervous. 

“Choji-sama, I apologize I didn’t see you there.” Kaoru motions for you to bow. With wide eyes you press forward, but not nearly as deep. You didn’t know this guy, and he looked like a child. You wondered if he was even eighteen.

“Its fine.” Choji says with a wide smile. It looked so different from Togame’s smile, it looked slightly unhinged. 

“Choji-sama this is-” before Kaoru could introduce you Choji walks forward while interrupting “I know who she is, hard not to know considering how loud they are.” 

You feel your face burning with embarrassment at Choji's blunt comment. The idea that others in the building could hear your intimate moments with Togame makes you want to disappear on the spot.

"I...um..." you stammer, at a complete loss for words. 

Choji's unsettling smile widens as he looks you up and down. "No need to be shy. I'm just glad to finally meet Togame's new toy in person." His crude words make you flinch. Before you can respond, Kaoru steps slightly in front of you, his posture tense. 

"Choji-sama, I'm afraid we need to leave, she is due home soon. " Kaoru says carefully. 

Choji waves his hand dismissively. "Nonsense. I came here specifically to meet her, stay." His unnerving gaze locks onto you once more. "So tell me, what's it like being Togame's latest obsession? I bet he's quite...demanding."

You swallow hard, deeply uncomfortable with Choji's line of questioning. "That's none of your business." you manage to say, your voice shaky but firm.

Choji's eyes narrow slightly, though his smile remains fixed in place. "Oh? But everything in Shishitoren is my business. Especially when it comes to Togame's...distractions."

You feel a chill run down your spine at Choji's words. His smile remains fixed in place, but there's a dangerous glint in his eyes that makes you want to take a step back. Kaoru shifts slightly, positioning himself more firmly between you and Choji.

"Choji-sama," Kaoru says, his voice carefully neutral, "I'm sure Togame-sama would prefer to be present for introductions."

Choji's unsettling gaze flicks to Kaoru. "Oh? And since when do you speak for Togame, Kaoru-chan?"

You can see Kaoru tense at Choji's words, but his voice remains steady. "I don't presume to speak for Togame-sama. I'm simply following his instructions to protect her."

Choji's smile widens, but it doesn't reach his eyes. "Protect her? From what, I wonder? Surely not from me." The tension in the air is palpable. You want to say something, to diffuse the situation somehow, but words fail you. Choji takes a step closer, and you instinctively press yourself against Kaoru's back.

“You wanted to learn self defense, I’ll teach you. Kaoru you can leave.”  You feel your heart racing as Choji's unsettling gaze locks onto you. His offer to teach you self-defense, which should be exciting, instead fills you with dread. There's something off about his smile, something that sets your nerves on edge.

Kaoru doesn't move from his protective stance in front of you. "I'm afraid that won't be possible, Choji-sama," he says, his voice firm despite the tension evident in his shoulders. "My orders are to stay with her at all times."

Choji's smile falters for a moment, a flash of irritation crossing his features before the eerie grin returns. "Come now, Kaoru-chan. Surely you're not suggesting I can't be trusted with Togame's pet?"

Heat fills your face at his words, anger flaring up alongside your fear. Before you can stop yourself, you snap, "I'm not a fucking pet."

Choji's eyes widen in surprise before he lets out a delighted laugh. "Oh, she's got spirit! I like that." He takes another step closer, ignoring Kaoru's tense posture. "But spirit won't save you in a fight."

"I appreciate the offer," you say, trying to keep your voice steady, "but I think I'll wait for Togame's approval before starting any training."

Choji's smile falters for a moment, a flicker of annoyance crossing his features. "Approval? You need his permission to learn how to protect yourself?" He lets out a harsh laugh. "My, my, he really does have you on a tight leash, doesn't he?" Choji’s words give way to an echo of Toma calling you brainwashed.

Your cheeks burn with a mixture of anger and embarrassment. "That's not-"

"Choji-sama," Kaoru interrupts, his voice firm but respectful. “We need to leave now.”

Choji's unsettling smile returns as he looks between you and Kaoru. "Leave? But we're just getting acquainted." He takes another step closer, ignoring the way Kaoru tenses further. "I'm sure Togame wouldn't mind if I borrowed his little pet for a quick lesson."

Your heart races as Choji's gaze rakes over you. There's something predatory in his eyes that makes your skin crawl. You press closer to Kaoru, grateful for his steady presence.

"I really should be going," you manage to say, your voice shakier than you'd like. "Thank you for the offer, but another time perhaps."

Choji's eyes narrow slightly, his smile never wavering. "Another time? But who knows when we'll have this chance again?" He reaches out as if to grab your arm, but Kaoru smoothly steps between you, blocking Choji's advance. His gaze snaps to Kaoru, his smile fading. "Careful, Kaoru-chan. You're overstepping." The last of his smile fades. “Now move.”

For a long moment, Choji just stares at Kaoru, his expression unreadable. The silence stretches on, thick with tension, and you find yourself holding your breath.

"I'm sorry, Choji-sama, but that's not possible. My orders are clear." Just as you think something terrible is about to happen, Choji's face suddenly splits into that unsettling grin once more.

Choji's unsettling grin widens as he looks between you and Kaoru. "My, my. Such devotion." He takes a step back, holding his hands up in mock surrender. "Very well, I know when I'm not wanted. But don't think this is over, little pet. I'll be seeing you around."

With one last lingering look that sends chills down your spine, Choji turns and saunters out of the room. You let out a shaky breath you didn't realize you were holding, your heart still racing.

Kaoru waits until Choji's footsteps fade before turning to face you, concern etched on his features. "Are you alright?" he asks softly.

You nod, though you're not entirely sure it's true. "Yeah, I think so. Who... who was that?"

Kaoru sighs, running a hand through his hair. "That was Choji. He's the leader of Shishitoren."

You wrap your arms around yourself, trying to shake off the lingering unease from Choji's presence. "He seemed... unstable."

Kaoru nods grimly. "Choji is unpredictable at best. Dangerous at worst."

You shudder at Kaoru's words, the encounter with Choji leaving you deeply unsettled. "Is he always like that?"

Kaoru hesitates before answering, choosing his words carefully. "Choji-sama can be... capricious. It's best to keep your distance when possible."

You nod, still feeling shaken. "I can see why. He seemed so..." you trail off, unable to find the right words to describe the unsettling aura Choji exuded.

"I know," Kaoru says softly. "Listen, I should get you home or you can go to Togame’s room. I want to avoid running into Choji again." You nod in agreement, eager to put some distance between yourself and the memory of Choji's predatory gaze. “Yeah, I’ll wait in his room for a bit.” You offer, the day was young still so you didn’t need to help out yet. As you walk back towards Togame's room, a thought occurs to you.

"Kaoru," you start hesitantly, "if Choji is the leader of Shishitoren, why does Togame seem to be in charge of so much?"

Kaoru glances around, making sure you're alone before answering. "That is complicated." he says in a low voice. "Choji is the official leader, but Togame-sama handles most of the day-to-day operations. It's best not to ask too many questions about it."

You nod, absorbing Kaoru's words. The dynamics of Shishitoren seem more complex than you'd initially realized. As you approach Togame's room, another question forms in your mind.

"Kaoru," you say softly, "be honest with me. Am I safe here?"

Kaoru stops walking, turning to face you fully. His expression is serious as he considers your question. "With Togame-sama, yes," he says finally. "And also with me, but you need to be cautious, okay?"

His words send a chill down your spine, but you appreciate his honesty. "Okay. Thank you for defending me." you murmur.

Kaoru nods, a small smile tugging at his lips. "Of course. That's what I'm here for." He gestures towards Togame's door. "Will you be alright here? I can stay if you'd like."

You shake your head, forcing a smile. "No, I'll be fine. Thank you, Kaoru."

As Kaoru walks away, you slip into Togame's room, closing the door behind you. The familiar space brings a sense of comfort, but your encounter with Choji lingers in your mind. 

You sink onto Togame's plush bed, drawing your knees up to your body as you try to process everything that's happened. The encounter with Choji left you feeling shaken and vulnerable, his predatory gaze and unsettling words still echoing in your mind. You wrap your arms tighter around yourself, wishing Togame was here to offer comfort and reassurance.

As if summoned by your thoughts, the door opens and Togame strides in. His eyes immediately lock onto you, taking in your huddled posture. "Hey. Just spoke with Kaoru." he says, concern evident in his voice as he moves swiftly to your side.

You look up at him, tears pricking at the corners of your eyes. "Then he told you I met Choji." you say softly, your voice trembling slightly. Togame's expression darkens, his jaw clenching. "He did." He moves forward, sitting beside you and pulling you into his arms.

You lean into his embrace, drawing comfort from his solid presence. "The way he looked at me, the things he said..." you trail off, shuddering at the memory.

Togame's arms tighten around you. "I know." His voice is low and dangerous. You hesitate, not wanting to upset Togame, but you wanted him to hear how pained you felt. "He called me your pet, your plaything. That I’m on a leash..” Toma’s words bounced around your head. Maybe everyone could see something you couldn’t.

Togame's body tenses at your words, his grip on you tightening almost painfully. You can feel the anger radiating off him in waves.

"He had no right to speak to you that way," Togame growls, his voice low and dangerous. "I'll deal with him."

You pull back slightly to look up at Togame's face. His green eyes are dark with fury, his jaw clenched tight. "No, please," you say quickly, fear spiking through you at the thought of confrontation between them. "It’s not that important, I was just shocked."

Togame's expression softens slightly as he looks down at you. "No, Choji overstepped."

You bite your lip, torn between the comfort of Togame's protection and your growing unease about the people you found yourself stuck in between. "It's just the way he looked at me. Like I was prey." You tremble at the memory. "And then mocking me about wanting to learn self-defense..."

Togame's brow furrows. "Self-defense?"

You nod, suddenly feeling nervous. "I... I asked Kaoru if I could learn some basic self-defense. Choji overheard and offered to teach me himself. When I said I'd wait for your approval, he mocked me for it.”

You feel Togame tense at your words, his jaw clenching again. For a moment, he's silent, and you worry you've upset him. Finally, he speaks, his voice carefully controlled.

"I understand why you'd want to learn self-defense," he says slowly. "But it's not necessary. That's why you have Kaoru, and me."

You pull back slightly, looking up at Togame's face. "But what if something happens and neither of you are there? Shouldn't I at least know the basics?"

Togame's expression hardens. "Nothing will happen to you. I won't allow it."

You feel a flicker of frustration at his dismissal. "But you can't be with me every second, Togame. And after today... I just want to feel less helpless."

Togame sighs, running a hand through his hair. "I know you're shaken up, but learning self-defense won't make you safer. It might even put you in more danger if you think you can handle situations you can't."

You frown, feeling frustration and hurt at his words. "So I'm just supposed to rely on others to protect me all the time? Never learn to stand up for myself?"

Togame cups your face in his hands, his green eyes intense as they lock onto yours. "You don't need to stand up for yourself. That's my job. I will always protect you."

“No.” You push his hand away, anger flaring in your chest.

Togame's eyes flash with surprise and a hint of anger at your defiance. "No?" he repeats, his voice dangerously low.

You take a deep breath, steeling yourself. "No." you say again, more firmly this time. "I appreciate that you want to protect me, Togame. I really do. But I can't just be helpless all the time. What if something happens and you're not there? What if Kaoru isn't there?"

Togame's jaw clenches, his eyes narrowing. "Nothing will happen to you."

You shake your head, frustration building. "You can't control everything, Togame. No matter how much you want to. And after today, with Choji..." you trail off, remembering Choji. "I need to be able to do something if I'm ever in a situation like that again." Togame stands abruptly, pacing the room. His agitation is palpable. A hand goes to his chin as he remains silent but is clearly thinking over several things.

Togame continues to pace the room for a while, his anger rolling off him as he runs a hand through his hair. You watch him anxiously, your heart pounding in your chest. Finally, he stops and turns to face you, his expression unreadable.

"Alright," he says, his voice tight. "You can learn some basic self-defense. But you will be taught how to run away first." Togame runs a hand through his hair, clearly struggling with the idea.

You feel a surge of relief mixed with lingering frustration. "Deal!" you say smiling at him.

Togame's expression softens slightly at your smile, but there's still tension in his shoulders. He moves back to sit beside you on the bed, taking your hands in his.

"I need you to understand something," he says, his voice low and serious. "Learning self-defense doesn't mean you should ever try to fight back if you're in real danger. Your priority should always be to run, to get to safety."

You nod, squeezing his hands. "I understand. I don't want to fight anyone, Togame. I just want to feel less helpless."

He sighs, bringing one of your hands up to press a kiss to your knuckles. "I know. I never meant to make you feel that way. I just..." he trails off, his green eyes intense as they meet yours. "The thought of you in danger- it makes me insane."

You lean in, resting your forehead against his. "Kinda hot, but terrifying. But I need to be able to protect myself too, at least a little bit." You smile at him, trying to break the rest of the tension in his shoulders.

Togame nods, pulling you closer. "Alright. We'll start with basic techniques, focusing on how to escape dangerous situations. You can train with Kaoru whenever you like."

You smile, relief washing over you. "Thank you, Togame. This means a lot to me." 

He nods, some of the tension leaving his shoulders. "Mmm" he hums then leans in, pressing a soft kiss to your forehead. 

“Besides, it’s also good for the figure. Which I need.” you shyly laugh, feeling insecurity bubbling up. 

"What makes you say that?" his gaze rolls over with a sharp edge, looking annoyed. 

"Hmm? " you mumble, your mind suddenly trying to recover from the sudden self deprecation in front of Togame. He always displayed a wide sense of humor and tolerance for vulgar jokes, he never took jokes about your appearance well. 

"You doubt me again?" he mumbles into your neck, then pulls you to the corner of the bed, setting you down firmly. You look up at him, flushed but confused as he walks over to his floor length mirror. He smirks to himself before wheeling it over, placing it a foot from the bed without explanation.

"Since you insist on being naughty, I’ll have to punish you." he laments, his fingers lazily trailing down your arms, warning you to behave. He positions the mirror, angling it so you can see your reflection perfectly. 

You shiver as he slowly peels off your clothes, one piece at a time. Your eyes are drawn to your reflection - flushed cheeks, parted lips. Togame's hands ghost over your exposed skin, barely touching you. He peels off his clothes then straddles the bed behind you, his hands resting on your shoulders, his hard cock resting against your backside- warning you.

"Look at yourself," he commands softly. "You can't hide from me or from yourself." His fingers trace along your collarbone, down between your breasts, hovering on your stomach. He moves close to your ear, a grin reflecting back at you through the mirror.

“Touch yourself.” Your eyes widen at his command, a mix of shock and arousal coursing through you. Hesitation makes your hands tremble slightly as they hover over your body. Togame's reflection smirks back at you, his eyes filled with desire.

"I said, touch yourself," he repeats, his voice commanding you to move. "Show me how you feel when you think of me.."

Slowly, and with great effort you bring your hands to your breasts, cupping them gently. Your nipples harden under your touch, and you can't help but let out a soft gasp. Togame's hands rest on your thighs, spreading them wider, exposing you fully to the mirror and to him. It's borderline humiliating, but the look on his face, the glowing appraisal of your body keeps your confidence high enough to continue.

"That's it," he murmurs encouragingly. "Don't be shy. Show me everything."

Your fingers trail down your stomach, circling your navel before dipping lower. You watch yourself in the mirror, nervous movements making you slow- not that he seems to mind.

You shyly look at Togame feeling stiff as your fingers inch lower, hesitating at the edge of your dripping pussy. Togame's hands tighten on your thighs, urging you onward. Worry eases out of your body as you stare at his reflection, seeing the hunger burning in his eyes.

"Go on." he breathes against your ear. Taking a shaky breath, you finally let your fingers drift the last inch. A soft moan escapes your lips as you make contact with your soft skin. Your eyes flutter closed for a moment before Togame's voice snaps you back to attention.

"Eyes open," he demands. "Watch yourself."

You force your gaze back to the mirror, face flushing as you take in the sight of your body positioned open making you feel vulnerable. Your fingers move in slow circles, spreading yourself wide for him, pulling wetness to your clit for more comfort. Togame's hands roam your body, teasing and encouraging you on, drinking up every twitch of your body.

Watching yourself becomes more erotic as your fingers work over your clit with experienced hands, Togame exploring your body absentmindedly also helped ease the tension. Each of his touches feels electric, sending shivers down your spine with each caress. At the edges of your mind his hard cock reminded you of his presence, it was a constant reminder of your cravings to feel him inside you.

"That's it," he pulls you back in the moment, his voice filled with want. "Show me how you pleasure yourself when you're alone, thinking of me." Your movements become more confident,  purposeful- eager to show him how you thought about fucking him constantly. You dip a finger inside yourself, gasping at the sensation. Togame's hands tighten on your hips, pulling you back against him, spreading your soft thighs to their full capacity.

"More," he ushers you. "Don't hold back."

You add another finger, pumping in and out slowly as your palm rubs your clit firmly. Your hips begin to move of their own accord, grinding back against Togame's erection. You lock onto his reflection- it is intoxicating how his eyes travel all over your body.

Your breath comes in short gasps as you continue to pleasure yourself, a wonton reflection bouncing back at you. Togame's hands roam your body, teasing and encouraging, his touch like fire on your skin. You watch the mirror- your cheeks flush deeper, your chest heaving with each labored breath.

"Tell me what you're thinking," Togame whispers, his voice husky with desire.

You swallow hard, your fingers still working between your legs. "I'm thinking about you." you admit, your voice struggling to leave your throat. "About how much I want you."

A low sound rumbles in Togame's chest, his grip on your hips tightening. "And what do you want me to do to you?" Your movements falter for a moment as a wave of embarrassment washes over you. But Togame's hands are insistent, urging you to speak your desires.

“Everything.” He smirks in your neck, biting down with enough pressure to make your hips buck. 

You're so close now, your fingers working furiously as you chase your release. Your eyes are locked on your reflection, watching as your body tenses and trembles. Togame's hand slides down your stomach, joining your fingers between your legs. His fingers circle your clit as you pump into yourself, the dual sensation overwhelming.

"Come for me," he commands, his voice low and urgent. "Now."

The tension in your body snaps, pleasure flooding through you in waves. You cry out, back arching as you come undone. Togame holds you tight against him, one hand still playing with one of your shaking breasts. He doesn’t let go even for a moment as your shudders against him, eyes slamming shut- searching for serenity. 

As your orgasm subsides, you slump back against Togame's chest, breathing heavily. Your eyes flutter open, meeting his intense gaze in the mirror. A satisfied smirk plays on his lips as he watches you come down from your high.

“You are stunning." he murmurs, pressing a kiss to your shoulder. "But we're not done yet."

Before you can respond, he shifts, tilting your head back to meet his gaze in the mirror, his eyes lustful. "Now," he starts,a wolfish grin taking over his face, "it's time for your punishment."

You shake against him, your body still sensitive from your orgasm. Togame's hands trail down your sides, coming to rest on your hips then his grip doubles in pressure. As if your weight is of no consequence to him, he shifts you up for a moment, your wobbly legs helping a touch before he pulls you back down. His erection is firmly nestled between your sensitive pussy and the bed. A groan falls from your lips as you savor the feeling of his skin on yours. 

"Watch." he reminds you, his voice hot in your ear. Your eyes snap back to the mirror, taking in the erotic sight before you. Your body is flushed, skin glistening with a light sheen of sweat. Togame's muscular form looming behind you, his hands roaming your body possessively.

Your breath catches as Togame's one hand grips your hip firmly, holding you in place while the other glides over your thighs and stops at your dripping pussy. His hand hovers for a moment, it looks like he was collecting himself- his breathing faster than you've ever seen. Whatever he was thinking passes the moment his teeth find your neck again, while two of his fingers slip deep inside you. Your body nearly caves in upon entry, the feeling overwhelming at first. His two fingers alone make you feel full and unraveled at breakneck pace.

You gasp as Togame's fingers curl inside you, hitting a spot that makes your toes curl. Your hips buck involuntarily, grinding against his hard length. He chuckles darkly, his free hand coming up to grip your chin, forcing you to maintain eye contact with your reflection.

"That’s it," he murmurs, his breathing ragged. "Just like that. Watch."

Your eyes flutter, struggling to stay open as Togame's fingers work their magic inside you. You watch as your chest heaves, nipples hardening against the cool air. His palm presses against your clit, circling it slowly, teasingly.

"Please," you whimper, not entirely sure what you're begging for.

"Please what?" Togame asks, his voice a low growl. "Use your words."

You swallow hard, “Please go faster!” you beg which gets a low laugh in return.

“No, this is punishment.”

Your body trembles as Togame continues his torturously slow pace, his fingers moving languidly inside you. You watch in the mirror as your face contorts with pleasure and frustration, your hips trying to grind down for more friction. But Togame's firm grip on your hip keeps you still, at his mercy.

"I want you to remember this," he murmurs, his lips brushing against your ear. "Think about this next time you doubt me." You whimper, your eyes locked on your reflection. Your body looks swollen, sweat building on your thighs making you glisten in the dim light. Togame's muscular form looms behind you, his eyes dark with desire as he watches your every reaction.

"You’re stunning like this,” his tongue trailed up your neck making you bow against his body. You writhe under Togame's skilled touch, every nerve ending on fire. His fingers continue their torturously slow gait inside you- curling and stroking in a way that has you seeing stars. 

"So beautiful," Togame murmurs, sounding breathless. "So responsive, so eager." Your head lands on his shoulder, your hips trying to move against his hand, desperate for more friction while your moans fill the room. But his grip on your hip remains firm, keeping you exactly where he wants you- begging.

"Please," you gasp, your voice barely above a whisper. "I need more."

Togame chuckles darkly, his thumb circling your clit with agonizing slowness. "Oh? And what makes you think you deserve more?"

Your eyes meet with his reflected gaze, you couldn’t be more desperate if you tried, tears starting to pool in your water line. Your breath hitches as you struggle to form words. "I'll be good," you plead, voice trembling. "I promise. Please, Togame."

His eyes light up at your words, a predatory grin spreading across his face. "Is that so?" he purrs, his fingers curling inside you. "And how can I be sure?" You gasp, your body arching against him. "I swear," you moan, eyes still locked on his reflection. "I'll do anything."

Togame hums thoughtfully, his free hand trailing up your body to cup your breasts far too gently. "Anything?" he asks, voice low with a mischievous edge. You nod frantically, beyond caring about anything but the burning need coursing through your veins.

"Yes!" There was a pause, his body stilling causing your gaze to snap back to him in the mirror.

“Stand up and turn around.” You nod, desperately doing as commanded. Your legs wobble as you stand, turning to face Togame. His eyes rake over your body, drinking in every inch of skin. You squirm under his intense gaze, feeling both exposed and desired. His gaze tracks your body as he sits back down on the bed. Your eyes are drawn to his impressive erection, standing proud and glistening at the sight of you. Togame's hand reaches out, fingers tangling with yours as he guides you closer.

“On your knees, on the bed" he instructs cooly. You nod, eagerly putting one knee down on the right, but as your left leg moved to fully straddle Togame, his hand stopped your thigh.

“Right here. Center yourself on my leg.” You hesitate for a moment, unsure, but the hunger in Togame's eyes compels you to obey. Carefully, you position yourself as instructed, straddling his muscular thigh. The contact sends a jolt through your already sensitive body. It's a bit strange at first, but quickly the heat from his thigh welcomes you to rest more weight on him. 

"Just like that," Togame purrs, his hands coming to rest on your hips. "Now, show me how good you can be." Understanding dawns on you as he applies gentle pressure, encouraging you to move back and forth. Slowly, you begin to rock your hips, grinding yourself against his leg. The friction sends waves of pleasure through you, and you can't help but let out a soft moan.

Togame grips the fat of your ass, guiding your movements. "That's it," he murmurs, his voice thick with desire. You whimper as you grind against Togame's muscular thigh, the friction sending continuous jolts of pleasure through your body. His hands guide your movements, alternating between gentle encouragement and firm control. You can feel his eyes roaming over you, drinking every second.

"Look at me," he commands. You raise your face to meet his, your cheeks flushing at the intimacy you find there, as though you were the moon itself.

"Tell me how you feel," Togame requests, his fingers digging into the soft flesh of your hips. You swallow hard, struggling to find your voice as waves of pleasure wash over you.

"Amazing," you gasp, your hips moving faster of their own accord. "So good," you drone out practically drunk off your own endorphins.

You grip his shoulders for balance as you rock against his thigh, your movements becoming more urgent. The friction against your sensitive flesh is exquisite, sending sparks of pleasure through your body. You watch Togame's face, mesmerized by the hunger in his eyes as he drinks in the sight of you pleasuring yourself on him.

"Faster," he instructs, his fingers digging further into your hips. You obey, increasing your pace, grinding yourself harder against his slippery thigh. Your breaths come in short gasps, your body trembling with need. Togame's hand snakes between your bodies, his thumb finding your clit. You cry out at the added stimulation, your hips bucking erratically.

"That's my girl," Your movements become frenzied as Togame's skilled fingers work your clit. The dual sensations of grinding against his muscular thigh and his expert touch are overwhelming. Your nails dig into his shoulders as you chase your release, body trembling with need.

"Look at me," Togame reminds you again, his voice low sounding coarse. You force your eyes open looking at him with lustful devotion.  The look on his face pushes you closer to the edge, which you didn’t know was possible until now.

"I want to see your face when you come," he growls, increasing the pressure on your clit. "Let go for me."

His words are your undoing. With a cry, you shatter, waves of pleasure crashing over you. Your hips buck hard against his thigh as you ride out your orgasm. Togame's hands grip your waist, holding you steady as you come apart completely. Your limbs twitch, reminding you they had a limit. 

As the aftershocks subside, his lips continue to sooth you, trailing across your sweaty shoulder. With lacking breath, and energy you slump forward against Togame's chest, utterly spent. His arms wrap around you, holding you close as you come down from your second high. You can feel his heart racing beneath your cheek, his own breath coming in rough.

"Good girl," he murmurs, his lips brushing against your temple. "You did so well."

You nuzzle into his neck, inhaling his scent as your body continues to tremble with aftershocks. His hands run soothingly up and down your back, grounding you in the moment. Once your senses return, you become acutely aware of his still-hard length pressing against your leg.

Gathering your courage, you lift your head to meet his glassy stare . "What about you?" you ask softly, your hand trailing down his chest. Togame catches your wrist, bringing your hand to his lips. Togame chuckles, the sound rumbling through his chest.

"Oh, we're not done yet." His hand travels back down, gripping your hips, lifting you effortlessly. You gasp as Togame shifts your body, his strength catching you off guard. He relocates you forward, positioning you on the center of the bed.

“What are you doing?” You choke out as he spreads your thighs then tucked his shoulders snug against them. He didn't bother to respond with words, but applied his tongue nevertheless. His hot mouth cupped your overstimulated pussy wordlessly then began to seek out your clit with relative ease with his soft tongue.

Your body arches as Togame's tongue simulates your sensitive clit, a near painful jolt of pleasure shoots under your skin. You're still tingling from your previous orgasms, every nerve ending now fired but that didn’t seem to matter to Togame. His strong hands grip your thighs, holding you open as he devours you with single-minded focus.

"Togame," you gasp, your fingers tangling in his hair. "It's too much, I can't-"

He pulls back just enough to lock eyes with you, his green eyes burning with intensity. "You can," he paused, dragging his tongue down your center, "and you will."

Protest died in your chest- only moans spilled out as he dove back in, his tongue circling your clit with expert precision. Your hips buck involuntarily- your body now auto-piloting against his firm grip. You watch, mesmerized, as he works between your legs, his eyes never leaving yours.

The sight of him was intoxicating, he looked perfect between your legs. Your head falls back as Togame's tongue dives deep between your thighs. Every swipe and flick sends shockwaves through your overstimulated body. You're torn between the urge to pull away from the intense sensation and the desperate need for more.

"Togame, please," you whimper, not sure if you're begging him to stop or never cease. Your fingers tighten in his hair as he sucks your clit into his mouth, causing your hips to buck wildly against his face.

He hums against you, the vibration making you cry out shoulders lifting off the bed. His hands grip your thighs tighter, holding you in place as he continues his relentless assault on your senses. You can feel another orgasm building, impossibly fast and intense.

"I can't," you gasp, your body arching off the bed. Your legs struggle to clamp together, his body and hands easily fighting off your attempts. The world explodes around you in a blinding flash of pleasure as your third orgasm crashes over you. Uncontrollable convulsions rock your body, forcing your back to arch off the bed as waves of ecstasy roll through you. Togame keeps his grip in place while his mouth remains on your throbbing pussy, guiding you through the intense climax.

"That's it," he murmurs against your sensitive skin, his hot breath sending aftershocks through your body. "You did so good." He takes another long lick, flattening his tongue, tasting all of you. You cry out, overwhelmed by the sensation. Your fingers tighten in his hair, torn between pushing him away and pulling him closer. Togame doesn't relent, his tongue working over every tender inch of you. You lay bonelessly, panting, flinching, whining as Togame continues to dine on your pussy- no signs of stopping. 

He lifts his head slightly, his dark eyes locking with yours. A wicked grin spreads across his glistening lips. "Give me one more” he purrs. "I know you can." His tongue circles your swollen clit with renewed vigor. Your back arching off the bed in response, a strangled cry escaping your lips. Your hands fist in the sheets, desperate for something to anchor you as waves of pleasure are forced into you. The feeling of Togame’s fingers entering you makes your eyes snap open and your fingers twist the sheets- white knuckling them for support. 

It didn’t feel possible to feel this way. Every part of your body trembles uncontrollably as Togame's skilled fingers curl inside you, hitting the sensitive bundle of nerves inside you. His tongue relentlessly sucked on your clit, the dual sensations overwhelming your already maxed out body. You're teetering on the edge, caught between exquisite pleasure and the most unbearable intensity.

"Togame," you gasp, your voice barely above a whisper. "I can't... it's too much..."

He lifts his head slightly, his dark eyes locking with yours. "Focus on me,"he instructs slowly, sounding high. Before you can beg him to stop, he descends back to your depths, his mouth latching onto your clit as his fingers pump in and out of you at a merciless pace. You grip his shoulders seeking some form of control of your body. With a shuddering gasp, you surrender to the sensations coursing through your body. Togame redoubles his efforts, his fingers curling to hit that perfect spot inside you with each stroke. 

Your vision blurs as the pleasure builds to an unbearable crescendo. Every muscle in your body tenses, trembling on the edge of release. Togame's relentless assault on your senses pushes you over that precipice. With a primal cry, you shatter, your body convulsing as wave after wave of ecstasy crashes over you.

Togame slows his pace, his fingers and tongue working you through the last bit of your orgasm. Aftershocks subside, your head collapses back onto the bed, utterly spent. Your chest heaves as you struggle to catch your breath. Togame finally releases you, pressing a gentle kiss to your inner thigh before slowly moving up your body- plants kisses along the way. 

You stare up at the ceiling, trying to pull your soul back into your body. His kisses did not help in your efforts to bring your heart rate back down, or cool your skin. 

Togame crawls up your body, his eyes dark with desire. He hovers over you, drinking in the sight of your flushed skin and glazed eyes. "You look perfect like this.” His mouth dips along the edges of your body, pressing wet kisses against tender skin.

You lay trembling beneath Togame, your body still quivering from the intense orgasms he's wrung from you. His lips trail up your neck, leaving a trail of fire in their wake. When he reaches your ear, he nips at the lobe gently.

"Are you ready for me now?" he purrs, his voice low and dangerous.

A shiver runs through you at his words. Despite your exhaustion, you feel a new wave of desire building. You nod weakly, unable to form words.

"Use your words. I want to hear you say it." Togame reminds you with far too much pleasure. 

You swallow hard, gathering what little strength you have left. "Yes," you whisper hoarsely. "Please, Togame. I need you."

“Need me where?” He teased a whine from your throat with his question, embarrassment pushing forward in your mind. “Inside me.” You gasped, spreading your legs for his large body, fingers sliding up his muscular arms.

Togame positions himself between your thighs. He lines the tip of his cock against your body, brushing against your sensitive folds. You gasp at the contact, your hips instinctively arching towards him. He grips your hip with one hand, holding you still as he slowly pushes inside your aching body.

You cry out as he enters, the stretch bordering on painful. Togame pauses, allowing you to adjust to his size. His eyes lock with yours “You're incredible.” He cooed, leaned down to place a kiss on your clavicle, a hand soothing the outside of your thigh.

You nod, biting your lip as you try to relax. Togame's gentle touches and kisses help ease the tension in your body. Slowly, the initial discomfort fades, replaced by a pleasant fullness. The angle and weight of his body made it feel so different from you time of the couch. You roll your hips experimentally, gasping at the sensation. The warmth from his cock felt incredible. 

"That's it," Togame murmurs, his voice strained with the effort of holding back. "Tell me when you're ready."

You take a deep breath, adjusting to the stretch. After a moment, you meet his gaze and nod. "I'm ready," you whisper.

Togame begins to move, slowly at first, pulling out almost completely before sliding back in. The friction sends sparks of pleasure through your body, and you moan softly. Your hands grip his biceps, anchoring yourself as he sets a steady rhythm.

"You feel incredible," Togame groans, his voice strained with the effort of maintaining control. 

"So tight, so perfect." His praise sends new pleasure through you. For a moment you think about other types of dirty talk Togmae would be interested in using with you. 

His words send a shiver down your spine. You lift your hips to meet his thrusts, encouraging him to go deeper. Togame obliges, gradually increasing his pace and depth. The room fills with the sound of your mingled gasps and moans.

Your nails dig into Togame's shoulders as he drives deeper, each thrust sending shockwaves of pleasure through your body. The initial discomfort has faded, replaced by an intense fullness that has you seeing stars. You wrap your legs around his waist, pulling him closer, wanting to feel every inch of him.

"More," you gasp, your voice barely above a whisper. "Please, Togame."

He growls in response, his hips snapping forward with increased fervor. One hand grips your hip, angling you just right, while the other slides between your bodies to circle your clit. The dual stimulation has you arching off the bed, a strangled cry escaping your lips.

"Good girl," Togame purrs, his voice low and husky. "Let me hear you."

You moan unabashedly, all sense of shame forgotten in the fog of pleasure incasing you.

Your body trembles beneath Togame's, every nerve ending alight with pleasure. His powerful thrusts drive you higher and higher, building towards an explosive release. You cling to him desperately, nails raking down his back as you struggle to ground yourself against the onslaught of sensation.

"Look at me," he commands, his voice rough with desire. You force your eyes open, meeting his intense gaze. The raw hunger you see there pushes you closer to the edge.

"Togame," you gasp, your voice breaking. "I'm close, fuck." you pant. 

He growls in response, his movements becoming more urgent. "Come for me," he commands, his fingers working your clit with renewed vigor. "I want to feel you come around my cock."

His words push you over the edge. With a cry, you shatter, your body convulsing around him as waves of pleasure crash over you. Togame doesn't let up, fucking you through your orgasm, prolonging the intense sensations.

As you start to come down, Togame's rhythm falters. His thrusts become erratic, his breathing ragged. You can feel him tensing above you, teetering on the edge of his own release.

"Come for me," you whisper, your voice hoarse. "I want to see you lose control." you beg him. 

Your words seem to break the last of his restraint. With a guttural groan, Togame buries himself deep inside you, his body shuddering as he finds his release. You watch in awe as pleasure washes over his face, his usual composure crumbling in the throes of ecstasy. For a moment, you both lie still, panting and trembling in the aftermath. Togame's weight presses you into the mattress, grounding you as you slowly come back to yourself. He takes a long inhale, breaking you in before slowly pulling out, making you whine.