After about 26 minutes of driving to the destination to meet Kimora, I parked my car, got out, and started to walk towards the cafe we met last time.
As I got closer, I saw her through the window. Taking a drink from her cup. I have to admit, she looks a little similar to someone but I can't put my finger on it. But nonetheless, she is still beautiful as I remember from our last encounter.
Going inside, I scan the place. It hasn't changed, but then again it wasn't that long ago we met here. Even that feeling of homeyness has not gone away.
You can see the coffee-making people with a big table with their equipment. I wonder how come I didn't see them last time?
Well, that's not important, I looked and saw the delicious-looking treats they have. I have to remind myself to get them next time. They always looked so good.
I can see why people would like to come here. It just has that feeling of comfort and living in a type of fantasy world.
Once I was done observing my surroundings, I scan to see Kimora sitting next to a window in the back. I started to walk in her direction.
"Kimora?" I said softly, trying not to startle her.
Quickly she turned around and as if she saw the sunniest sun, her smile taking over her face.
"Oh my goodness! DJ Kan! I'm so glad to see you again!" She said while getting up.
When she tried to give me a hug, I stepped aside. I saw her smile falter a bit but that didn't stop her from being energetic.
"And you as well, shall we talk about your party plans now in more detail? I also have a rough beat I put together. I made it to match your description, so let me know if there is anything you want to be changed or kept." I said flatly.
I know it was a little rude but I really don't wanna be here anymore longer than I'm supposed to, she shaken me up and I don't know the reason. I just want to know what she wants, then I can fix it up and play it at her party. There is no reason to be all buddy-buddy with her.
It's not like I am going to see her again after her party, anyways.
We both start to sit down.
"Ah, yes of course. Actually, I asked my older brother to come, he wanted to know the details too." She said.
"Of course, is he far?" I asked.
"He texted me earlier that he's about 20 minutes out." She said with a nervous laugh.
"I see, well we can get started and when he comes I can give him a summary of the plan." I said while starting to get my things out.
"Oh okay! Yea, let's start." she chirped.
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"Alright, and then here I want to—" Kimora got cut off by a voice I hope it's not who I think it is.
"I apologize for being late, did you already got started, Kim?"
My head snapped up so fast that I got dizzy. HE is the brother!? I knew she looked similar to someone. Is that why I felt shaken when I was around her? but why HIM out of all people!?
I guess I stared too long.
I noticed he was looking at me with an equal amount of shock I have shown. Quickly looking back down at the planning papers in front of me, I hope someone shot me right in the head but then again I still might've remembered him.
Please, please don't stay here. I don't want to have to deal with you. I said to myself. Clearly, nothing goes my way since I heard a chair skid across the flood, indicating he took a seat.
Ughhhh, fine, fine, I'll just be professional. This is work after all. Okay, breathe. After my little pep talk, I took a breath in and breathed out slowly.
Looking up I put on my professional smile.
"You must be the brother Kimora was talking about, I'm known as DJ Kan. You are free to call me Kaname." I put my hand out for him to shake.
I guess he wasn't excepting me to introduce myself, let alone be friendly. It makes sense though. I did avoid him anytime we cross paths.
However, I don't know what he is thinking but I need him to do something, my arm is starting to burn and all he is doing is just staring at me.
"Damn, my cheeks are hurting," I said to myself.
Just as I was about to put my hand down, I felt a warmth surrounding my hand.
"Axel Wolf. Likewise." Looking back at him, I was a little taken aback. He piercing eyes. It resembles a galaxy. Which I ironic I thought. It's like....it's like he sees me? No that can't be. More like he's trying to analyze me, maybe.
Taking a good look at him, he truly is a handsome man. His black short hair makes his eyes stand out more. Even with him sitting, you can clearly tell how built he is. The way he carries himself...
No, this man is dangerous.
Quickly taking my hand back, I clear my throat.
"Now shall we get started again?" I said.
"Oh yes! Brother, here are the plans for my party so far." Kimora said enthusiastically.
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After about two hours of going over the plans, it was finally time to part. All three of us walked outside the cafe.
"Thanks a bunch, DJ Kan! I'm so excited! Oh, I have to go tell ma! I'll see you later brother and bye Kan!" Kimora said hurriedly.
Ah, no she's just gonna leave me here with HIM!? It'll be fine, let's play this cool.
"Well, it was nice meeting you Mr. Wolf, I'll be going on my way." Just like that, I turned around to walk away.
Let's hurry before he says anything.
But not even 5 steps until I felt a grip on my upper arm. Instinctively I couldn't help to react strongly to the sudden action. I pulled my arm out of his grip, very alarmed now.
When I saw his face I quickly tried to calm myself down.
Breath I told myself, unconsciously touching the place he had grabbed. I avoid looking at him in the eyes.
" Goodbye, Mr.Wolf and tell your sister I will keep in contact with her in the near future." I quickly left.
I knew without even looking. He couldn't process what happened. That startled look in his eyes.
God Damn it! I should've been careful, now I know he's going to have questions. No, no, it's gonna be fine. It's none of his business anyway. Yea, okay. I reassured myself, helping to calm down.
I just have to hold on until the party is over and I'll never see him again. Feeling a bit better I decided to take a walk around.
As it started to get dark, I knew it was time to head back home. However, on my way home I saw a park.
"Hmm...." Heading towards the swings, I looked around to see if there was anyone there. When it was clear, I sat down and started by swinging myself.
Eyes closed. Breathing in the night air, it felt so clean. The wind blows as I swing. The quietness, only the chirping of the crickets can be heard, it was just so peaceful. Opening my eyes, I looked up at the night sky.
"Beautiful," I said out loud.
There were no clouds tonight and no lights where I was, so you were able to see stars shining so bright it lit up even the darkest part of the ocean. It looked just like the picture of the galaxy. So big and beauteous.
His eyes looked like that. No, stop. Don't think like that. Shaking my head. Hoping to get rid of such thoughts.
I looked back up to the sky. Emotions I hope to never feel, surfacing up again after a while.
"Mother, you are even more striking at night," I smiled weakly. Feeling a single tear sliding down my cheek. Before things get too deep I wipe my tear away, got up, and pulled myself together.
"Don't worry ma, I said I wasn't going to mourn after you. I'll talk to you next time. You are my trillion suns and moons." I said, putting my fingers against my lips and then towards the shining night sky.
I started to head back to my apartment. I wonder when things would change or maybe it's better this way.