"I now pronounce you husband and husband." Sato and Gray planted their lips together as they sealed their fate together as a married couple. Everyone at the marriage were clapping and whistling for newly married couple. The day was filled with bliss and happiness.
Even Delilah, who still had some feelings, truly wished eternal happiness to her close friend. On a normal day a few years ago, Delilah asked to meet up with Gray for old times sake. The independent lady was a very straightforward person and would never beat around the bush. Seeing Gray in front of her, she came out with her feelings, without fear of consequences. As expected, she received a straight rejection from her crush.
The words that Gray spoke to her that day resonated with Delilah even till this day. "Delilah, you do not truly like me. You do not know what it means to love someone until one day when you realise that without that person in your life, it is pointless for you to live on. I respect you as a close friend of mine. I even treat you as my big sister. I wish for you to find that special someone one day."
Hearing that from Gray who rarely spoke much, Delilah knew that he was being serious about it. Delilah knew in herself that what the General had said was most likely true. It wasn't that Delilah loved Gray. Rather, she never explored her options or placed herself out there for the world to see. To her, the pursue of the ultimate Article Intelligence had been her goal in life all this time. When she achieved this goal, would Delilah begin her search for true love. Though, it may mean that she would be an old hag by the time she was finished.
Sitting in the second row of seats was Li Ming and his boyfriend, Ming Yue Guang. This was the first time Yue Guang had seen the other parts of his family, Gray included. Ming Yue Guang whispered into Li Ming's ear worriedly, "Are you okay?"
Knowing that his boyfriend was trying to care for his feelings, Li Ming nodded gently as his eyes never left the couple that stood on the pedestal. "I am okay. I am just happy for Sato. I am happy for Gray too. They make a great couple together."
Li Ming then felt a warm touch around his hand. It was Ming Yue Guang wrapping his hand around his. With assurance, Yue Guang spoke, "We make a great couple too."
"Gosh, you're so silly." Li Ming commented at Yue Guang's cheesiness. It was crazy how his life had changed so dramatically from the past. Ever since he had started accepting himself as a person, Li Ming felt that there was so much in this world to enjoy. Everything fell in place naturally. Even though his parents were no longer a part of his life, there were many new things that had entered his line of sight. The Black Box company which he was working in now was a dream come true from the young man. His lover, Ming Yue Guang would take trips down to Country U to spend some time together with him. His brother, Li Dong, had also started University and was on a scholarship in the Muller's Institute of Sciences and Technology. There, he secretly chose to stay in the same apartment as his older brother. At this point, Li Ming was contented.
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Fast forward back to the present, Sato was heading over to Gray's work place. Although Sato had gotten his own driver's license a few years back, he was still chauffeured around by his personal butler, Madel. The lady bodyguard was also by the young man's side. Wherever Sato went, she would follow him obediently.
Over the years, Sato had grown more reclusive as an individual. The kidnapping had left a deep stain in his heart, which made him wary of people that he had never met before. Luckily, it wasn't so much of a problem as the young man never really required much help when creating his prototype. And even when he needed help, Sato had connections with people that he trusted. Those people, like Dr Thomas Yuji, were more than competent enough to help the young man in his problems.
Looking at his ring finger, Sato would admire his ring that was custom made for him by Gray. Even after knowing Gray for so long and being married to Gray for a year, Sato still felt like there were butterflies in his stomach whenever he was going to see his lover. Everyday felt like it was the first time they had gotten together as a couple.
Soon, Sato's vehicle arrived at the carpark. Siara Kenstone, Gray's personal assistant, was already awaiting the young man's arrival. After giving birth to a cute baby boy, a year later, Siara had a baby girl. Now, the two children were old enough to speak properly.
"Mr Sato. Boss told me to pass you this entry card so that you can now enter the building premises without supervision." Siara handed the access card to Sato.
"Thanks, Ms Siara. Could you wait for Madel to park the vehicle then bring her up? I have to meeting with Doc right now." Sato tapped open the gantry, while speaking to Siara.
"Noted."
The young man was too excited to wait any longer. He was very close in achieving the first step to his goal.