Sugiharas vs Kurosawas

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Nagisa stared her reflection on the mirror as she made the last adjustments on her outfit. She was happy with the final result, she wanted to show the Kurosawa family that she was both cute and fierce and this particular attire really boosted her confidence. An elegant sleeveless dress along with a big black hat with a white ribbon on it and a pair of high platforms. Nagisa made sure to add as many accessories as she could without looking kitschy, a pair of black silk gloves, a pearl necklace and silver earnings were all the things she needed to achieve the perfect harmony of her dress.

Today it was an important day. After meeting the future heir of the Kurosawa family Masahiko invited the entire family over to a tea party. Of course this was only an excuse, the real reason behind this invitation was to talk business with them. If the two families were to forge an alliance then they could control Azores, the rest of the business wouldn't stance a chance against them and they would eventually become part of the Sugihara-Kurosawa group. Of course such an alliance required a very strong contract, a marriage agreement was the best option but Nagisa wasn't planning on marrying someone like Shunnosuke, not because she disliked him but after talking to him for a bit she was certain that he was going to be far more interested in her if she hadn't gone through a sex change therapy. Not to mention that Nagisa wasn't the official heir, this title has been claimed by Masahiko and she knew that there was no way to best him.

The tea party was more like a battlefield from Nagisa's point of view, or rather it was a free for all arena where each player had different goals, some of them had similar ones but at the end of the day each one hoped for a different outcome. With that in mind, Nagisa decided to check on Tetsuya to make sure that he was ready. The door in his room was open and so she went in after knocking a couple of times. "Tetsu the guest are about to arrive.... why are you drinking tea?" Nagisa said as she watched her brother, still in his casual clothes drinking green tea while browsing his computer.

"Huh? Am I not allowed to?" He asked as he turned his attention to Nagisa.
"For goodness sake Tetsu! Do you realize how important this family is? You can't slack like that. Where's mom and dad?"
"Whatever. They are in their room getting ready for the Kuro-whats-their-name." Tetsuya replied as he turned back to his computer screen.
"I'm going to talk to them. You get dressed now. If everything goes well you will be done before you even realize." Nagisa added as left her brother's room slamming the door behind her. It didn't take her more that a few seconds to reach her parent's room. She knocked but upon entering she walked straight into an argument her parents were having.

"I'm not being unreasonable! I simply care for my kids and I'm not....oh Nagisa. I didn't hear you knocking dear. Is everything alright? Mari would ask her daughter. She was already dressed and ready for her guest just like her husband Daiki who was sitting lazily on the couch petting a bunny.

"She probably wanted to check on us because you were yelling too much, see our poor child was worried. I don't know how you do it Mari, considering that our room is soundproof that's an amazing feat." Daiki said, he then kissed the bunny on his lap and added in a much more silly and happy tone "Isn't it mister Snowball? Yes it is."

I...I was actually going to ask you about...
"We know that you didn't come here because you heard me yelling, dear. Your father simply loves to make fun of me when he doesn't have anything to support his arguments. You must be here to ask about Masahiko. Is that correct?
"Yes, even though he slept here yesterday I couldn't find him in his room this morning.
"He said he wanted to take a ride with his bicycle and that he would join us later.
"Isn't he going to be all sweaty after that?"
"I have had a talk with your brother about it. Let's just say that he will make sure that he will smell just fine. Now why don't you go see if your little brother needs any help and me and mommy will come downstairs lately." Nagisa's father said as she lifted his body from the couch returning mister Snowball to his cage.

Without much of an argument Nagisa gave her parents the privacy they needed. She found it strange that they didn't ask her about Blaez but since he had left early this morning there was no reason to worry about him clashing the party, even if he returned early, which Nagisa doubted, one of the maids would explain the situation to him. She returned back to reality when her brother emerged from his room, now properly dressed and ready to entertain guests.

"So what do you think, sis. Am I properly dressed now?"
"You look fantastic. Now let's hurry up and go downstairs. The Kurosawas will be here at any minute."

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For sometime, the meeting with the Sugiharas was the hot topic at dinner table. Mr. Oujirou Kurosawa, a strict man proud of his inheritance, was nothing but exultant. One, because arranging a meeting with the Sugiharas was a feature itself. Two, because a potential financial alliance between both families would definitely make their business skyrocket and eliminate competition. Three, because Sugiharas were a successful japanese family as well. Call the old man old-fashioned and retrograde, but he'd value strengthening the bonds between his people abore everything else. However, what seemed to be a promising encounter the patriarch looked forward to falls apart, at his own negligence. Simply because, in this enthusiasm, he forgot he had another important meeting to attend simultaneously, leaving to Shunnosuke's parents, Mr. Leighton and young Mrs. Kurosawa, the task to cause a good impression. As for his wife, Shun's grandmother, the lady would remain at home doing what she does best: taking care of the house and accepting orders from her husband.

If there was someone as eager for the dinner as the old man Kurosawa, that one was Shunnosuke, definitely. While his mother couldn't care less and his father would even care if he wasn't constantly neglected, Shunnosuke was entrusted to the task of not letting their impressive surname falls to the dirt. The meeting had a huge degree of importance to the clan and the teenager, ambitious as ever, would live up to it. Therefore, he took charge and made sure to dress his awkward and shy father properly to the best of his abilities, as well as assist his mother with a suitable makeup — that meant "no red lipstick tonight" to her as much as it meant "try to not look like a walking christmas tree" to him.

— I still don't know why I can't wear my common lipstick. And why am I listening to you anyway? — The woman said, adjusting her right earring as she went downstairs, following her son. — Because I want my mother looking like a princess, not like a whore. At least for tonight. — He quickly said, not willing to be extensive about it. The last sentence, of course, had its tone lowered considerably. — Children these days... — The young lady would roll her eyes, now adjusting her left earring. In the end, she accepted his son's compliment and recommendations without further complaints. And she had to admit, the makeup he put on her looked stunningly classy, still, her biggest surprise was when she set her eyes on Leighton. Like...wow. Whatever Shunnosuke had done with him, he could keep doing forever. Was the man in front of him the same man? Was he the Leighton she knew?

— So...how's it?
— You are... — Mrs. Kurosawa was at a loss of words. Extremely trimmed hair, shaved beard, a very distinguish sober suit (was it new?, she wondered?), everything like a puzzle piece perfectly connected to each other.
— Hot? Handsome? A stud? I know. You can thank me later, Mom.

Preparing to head out, Shunnosuke was proud of his achievement. As for Mr. Leighton and Mrs. Kurosawa...they remained static for a while, staring at each other. The young lady's appearance also captivated her husband. "What?", she asked, not sure of what to take of his intense stare. Was the flowing, satin dress or even her pearl collar dirt or something? Were her medium heels too...small? What?

— Hello-o? I don't know you, but I at least dislike making people waiting! Shame on you, Dad, you're british!
— ...sure. I'm sorry, Shunnosuke, we should be heading, yes. — What was in the man's mind, only he could tell. As if he had awaken from a trance, he followed his son, as well as Mrs. Kurosawa. The night seemed promising already, the teen could tell.

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Upon reaching the marked address, Shunnosuke would ring the doorbell, taking the initiative of being the representative of the Kurosawas in the absence of his grandfather. Usually, the old man would take the role, but when he couldn't attend the meeting, he'd entrust his grandson with the task. Not that the leader of the Kurosawas had any better options, anyway...

— Needless to say, try to not act passive-aggressive at each other tonight. I know you two aren't fond of making scenes, but I also know very well you enjoy implicit bickering, so...refrain, will you? — He said, with a half-assed smile to the couple. Father and mother looked at each other, sighing. When did they start taking order from their son, they wondered. Perhaps the only occasion when they both could agree on something: when it was time to tone Shunnosuke's ambitious enthusiasm down. For his own good.

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When the doorbell rang Mari gestured a maid to answer the door. Nagisa noticed that her father took out his cellphone and typed a message, a move which made his wife's lips tighten but she remained quiet. Tetsuya on the other hand didn't seem to care much about his family's intrigue and machinations, unlike Nagisa and Masahiko he didn't share his father's obsession of creating a powerful modern dynasty. As the maid went to answer the door Daiki made sure that his family was standing properly to greet their guest. He and his wife in the middle and their children in frond of them.

The maid answered the door and curtsied to the Kurosawa family. She informed them that the Sugiharas were waiting for them inside and insisted that they should follow her. When they would agree she would lead them further into the estate. Once they reached the living room Daiki would welcome them to his house.

"Ah greetings." He said as he same a couple of steps forwards towards the other family. "It's a delight to have you tonight with us. I don't see mr. Oujiro nor his lovely wife with you, should I assume that they will not be joining us? A pity but let's not dwell on this. I believe that a proper introduction is in order. As you may already know I am Daiki Sugihara and this lovely lady over here is my wife, Mari.
"It's such a pleasure to have you in our house."
"And two of my children, Nagisa , my daughter, and Tetsuya my youngest son.My elders will be joining us soon. He wanted to be here earlier but he also had to attend a charity marathon for the homeless."

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Upon entering, the Kurosawa branch would do nothing, but to follow said maid to the living room. Shunnosuke himself was highly interested in checking all details about the Sugiharas’s house, albeit discreetly, for he knew it was not polite to stare intensely when joining someone else’s home. It didn’t take long for them to meet their hosts.

— …! — If Shunnosuke wasn’t the composed type, his jaw would have dropped instantly. Like…he was in front of a successful fashion designer! He was invited to her house! Her idol! And wow, her husband was such a hot man! Why hasn’t Nagisa told him that her dad was a mature stud? Equally fascinated by Mr. Daiki’s appearance, lady Kurosawa stepped forward, putting on her most adorable and lovely smile.

— It’s such a pleasure to finally meet you, yes! Forgive my Father, he has too much on his head lately, he even forgot he had another meeting this afternoon. It’s like his company is his second son. — She giggled in affected manner, trying to be as amicable as she could to the man. Shunnosuke cocked an eyebrow and looked to his father, in silence. The man didn’t have to say anything, the way he looked back made it clear he was thinking the same: Ms. Kurosawa was hitting on Daiki. What else is new? Somehow, Leighton was bothered by what he found a blatant lack of respect right in front of his eyes. Thus, he stepped forward, putting one hand on his wife’s shoulder, a reminder that he was still his husband and he was still there. — Forgive my wife, she expresses her enthusiasm in such an effusive manner she even forgets to introduce the rest of us, isn’t that right, honey? — He laughed it off as a joke, initiating the first bickering of the night, which wasn’t left unnoticed by both Shunnosuke and his mother. The boy, however, chuckled under his breath, one hand in front of his mouth to keep it discreet; his mother wasn’t as pleased, though. The way she stared at Leighton for one second screamed revenge for butting in while she’s conversing with Daiki. Yet, she wore her perfect smile and laughed a bit in a mincing manner. — Oh, where are my manners? I’m Eriko Kurosawa. And these are…
— Leighton Crawford. Her husband, personal assistant to my father-in-law, Oujirou, and the only caucasian person in this room. — He said, regaining the hold of the little conversation’s direction. While a regular serious man, lately Leighton seemed more…livid recently, in high spirits to even pull off humorous remarks like these. — I believe you already know about our child, right? Shunnosuke? Getting shy now, my son? — Sadly to Shunnosuke, his father was getting a bit too carried away with his carefree, easygoing self. Now, Eriko was the one to giggle contemptuously while the teenager glanced to his father, the same way his wife did moments before. — …hello. Pleased to make your acquaintanceship. — Shunnosuke finally walked forward, side by side with Leighton. Though he nodded bashfully, on the inside he repeated mental vows of murdering his parents if they keep up this lame act of putting each other to shame. If he was embarrassed, it was all thanks to them, both of them. Now, Daiki said his eldest son was off on a charity marathon? How come the Kurosawas didn’t know about it? How come he didn’t know about it? Hm, strange. He wouldn’t comment on it, though, as Daiki made sure Masahiko would show up later, something the teenager looked forward to.

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"Let's move on shall we? It's not beneficial to just stand, is it?" Mari said as she wrapped her hands around her husband as if she tried to keep him away from the younger woman. Despite the sweet tone of her voice it was clear by the way she looked at Eriko that she didn't appreciate her attempt to flirt with her husband.
"Ehem...yes of course. Please sit the maids we'll bring the tea right away." Daiki replied as he sat back on the couch right next to his wife while he gestured the Kurosawas to sit on the opposite direction. Nagisa and Tetsuya sat next to their parents, she next to her father and he to his mother.
"It must be wonderful. Having the entire family working in the family business. I was starting to believe that only our family followed that kind of policy. You see my elder brother is already an important member of the Sugihara group and both me and my brother will eventually earn our place in the groups leading positions."
"Well it's not 100% sure that all of us will become CEOs and managers..." Replied Tetsuya. Nagisa however cut him short with a quick glare before she put her fake smile back on.
"Shunnosuke, are you also planning on joining the family business as well? I imagine since you are the only child the future of the Kurosawa group will eventually fall on your hands."

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While Eriko was oblivious to the way Mari stared at her, Leighton shared the same opinion as the mother of the Sugiharas. What the heck was his wife thinking?? Couldn’t she at least be subtle? Shunnosuke discreetly rolled his eyes, deciding to not meddle in their affairs. So, he sat in the recommended couch, politely, followed by his pair of grown-up children right after, one at each side with the teen in the middle, fitting his perfect role as their mediator.

— I usually save my after school time to assist Father and Grandfather with the company. They have been training me so I can assume the role on their behalf in special occasions. At the same time, I’m the one chosen to represent our company in distant meetings when both can’t attend it due to their tight schedule. As you can see, it’s safe to tell I’ve already joined the family business. — He felt proud of his feat. Not many teenagers had the same upbringing as him and Nagisa, and not many could say they were capable of handling a major company at such early age. The fact Mr. Oujirou, a strict man, trusted his grandson to represent him in meetings speaks volumes itself, and even Leighton and Eriko had to admit Shunnosuke does a nice job dealing with important reunions on their name, like this one. Their proud parents’ side coming up, for sure. — It must have been the same for your brother, Masahiko, isn’t that so? — He smiled, not really hiding his interest in the young man. Eriko and Leighton would look at each other and though they didn’t say a word, it was clear to both Shunnosuke had set his eyes on the Sugihara’s eldest son. Doesn’t he ever learn…?

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"Masahiko always had a talent for this line of work. Like he was born for it. I'm sure that you have already noticed how charming he can be when you met at the gallery" Nagisa replied as the maids placed a teacup in frond of each of them. They haven't even served the tea when the doorbell rang.
"Ah speak of the devil this must be Masahiko." Said Daiki as Masahiko walked into the room. He was wearing a professional cyclist uniform but it was clear that he wasn't sweaty at all, his hair looked like they were messy but Nagisa could tell that he had groomed that way.

"Pardon me for making you wait for me but I was obligated to participate in a marathon." Masahiko said as he bowed to the Kurosawas. Nagisa knew that he was faking it but if she didn't know his plans in advance she wouldn't be able to see past his charade easily. Her elder proceed to sit in an armchair between the two sofas where the families were sitting. "Thankfully I didn't have to cycle too much. After a few meters I pretended to be sick and abandon the race. The money for the charity were raised and I also got the chance to see you again. Everything seems to be working on my favor tonight."
He said as he stared at Shunnosuke pretending to be enticed by the teenager. Nagisa wondered if he ever felt anything remotely to love for his fiancee since he was quickly to toss her aside for a more prosperous match. Did he even like men to begin with or was willing to bypass his own sexuality just so he could climb higher to the social ladder. She always considered herself an opportunist but her brother was on a totally different level.

"So how do you take your tea? We always add a bit of cream since we mostly drink black tea but I could ask the maids to prepare some green tea if you so wish it. Our cook is very skilled and he will most prepare anything you ask him." Nagisa's mother said in an attempt to change the subject. Having heard the argument she had before Nagisa felt bad for her mother.

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When Daiki announced Masahiko’s entrance, all of the Kurosawas would turn to the door, curiously. Leighton and Eriko haven’t had a chance to be properly introduced to the eldest heir. Shunnosuke, on the other hand, has met him before and was eager to meet the lad for a second time.

Leighton immediately narrowed his gaze to Masahiko. It didn’t stop him from returning his greeting, bowing as well, but something about the young man seemed off to Shunnosuke’s father. Parental perception, parental sixth sense, maybe. His child, however, was oblivious to whatever it would be, focusing on stare at Masahiko’s appearance…his perfectly trimmed appearance after cycling, as if he had not cycled at all. While it seemed unusual to him, he wouldn’t complain, definitely. — It’s a pleasure to meet you as well... — He answered, unintentionally in a coy fashion. Nagisa was right, he was charming beyond the acceptable levels. Eriko could understand why the teenager was infatuated or something like that, for Masahiko was indeed a good-looking young man, but…she wasn’t as naive. She could tell, by the way Leighton glanced briefly to her, that something was, to say the least, “odd”. — Oh? It’s alright. Black tea with cream is a fine combination, we wouldn’t be as impolite as to refuse your kindness and ask for a different flavor. Right, Dad? — He turned to his father, who still seemed lost in his thoughts about an unfavorable first impression. — Yes, Mrs. Mari. I myself am very fond of most tea flavors, as you can tell. Any of them is manageable. — He chuckled in a humored manner, making a small remark referencing his heritage and the british tea habit. — So, Masahiko, isn't it? It’s nice to finally be introduced to you. My son said quite good things about you the last time you two met. It’s considerate of you to abandon the marathon just to meet us. — He asked, focusing his sight on the younger’s face. As for Shunnosuke, he didn’t know what got into his father, but he was pleased to see he was trying to converse with the Sugiharas and, specially, Masahiko.

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"The marathon wouldn't stop because I quit, you could say that I was more of...an advertisement for other well noted people of our community to join the cause." Masahiko said without turning his gaze away from Shunnosuke looking at the teen the same way the lion looks it's pray.
"So it's black tea for everyone. It's always nice when people chose the simpler staff and don't try these new peculiar flavors. Who knows what might be the outcome if people became so... creative in their personal lives as well?" Mari said as she wrapped her arm around Tetsuya.
"Sometimes we have to be creative in order to advance our position. You,my dear, must know that. You wouldn't have become one of the world's top fashion designers if you didn't new things." Daiki said with a grin to his wife in an awfully friendly manner.
"He is right, mom. After all it's the unorthodox ideals that often lead to greatness. Do you agree Shunnosuke? Nagisa added before she asked the Kurosawa son. It was clear that he was the one who was wielding most of the influence to the head of his family, his grandfather. Therefore his opinion was the most important one.

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Masahiko had such an intense stare Shunnosuke couldn’t help but feel like there was some connection between them. Was the Sugihara interested in him? Either way, he’d make the teenager’s heart flutter with his fixed gaze and his astonishing charms, to which he would return with his composed, coy smile. His father looked far from pleased, especially after noting the obvious effect the young man had on his son. — I see. Then it’s definitely a good decision of yours, so we could see for ourselves how noble you are.

Thanks to Nagisa’s voice, Leighton could be relieved that it had awaken the blonde teenager to something more productive than silent flirting. — Oh? Partially, yes. I’d say the success rests less on how unorthodox your ideals are and more on your determination to reach them and the means you use to fulfill your ambitions. — He said, crossing his legs mincingly. Albeit sounding too idealistic, whoever knew Shun knows he’s a scheming go-getter who never backs down to reach his goals. Whichever the means he chose for it. — I’m sure most of us have done things we’re not proud of at one point, to achieve our goals, isn’t that so? An ideal is nothing until you fight for it. — Eriko wasn’t too interested in the conversation. Both her and Leighton shared a divergent opinion than her son on this matter, but decided to not pry on it. A clash of ideals would do them any good if they wanted to earn this family’s alliance, for now it was the best to let Shunnosuke handle the conversation.

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"Couldn't have said better myself. Masahiko replied "It is indeed those with high ambition who tend to 'be more creative than usual' as my mother said. I suspect that you are also an ambitious person, are you not, Shunnosuke?"
Nagisa wondered if Shunnosuke realized Masahikos's intentions. Without the patriarch of the family they would have to be careful on the way they would propose the idea of a marriage between the two families because, even though she had just met Shunnosuke's parents briefly could tell that they weren't the type of people to put the prosperity of their business above their persona beliefs.
"But we spoke enough about ambitions and creativity. Let us enjoy tea time together and talk about less tiring things. I have heard that Ballet Russers is making a tour around the world. Perhaps they'll even visit Azores, we would be delighted if you were to join us."
"Ah yes my daughter used to dance ballet a lot when she was younger. Daiki added. "It was her mother's idea but through Nagisa we all developed a certain love for this art."

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— I wouldn’t be a manager trainee and assistant of our group’s head if I weren’t ambitious. — He replied to Masahiko, with a self-assured smile. He was definitely ambitious, but…to what extent?

— Oh, right! I heard about it. We’d love to join you, right, Leighton? — Eriko said, turning to her husband for a change, expecting it to alleviate the awful expression he had on his face. — Absolutely. We wouldn’t miss the chance of reuniting with people of “our level”. — He averted his eyes from Masahiko, finally, turning to the young man’s parents with an amicable grin (or what he thought to be amicable, considering he was a fairly humble man who’d never adjust to the dirty side of upperclass machinations and intrigues).
— It’s no wonder your daughter is so gracious, Daiki. — She clapped her hands together in a lovely manner. — Shunnosuke took interest in ballet at an early age as well, however he didn’t last long enough.
— It’s not my fault we had virtually no guy in my classes besides me and my teacher felt entitled to force me to lead the duo routines with my female classmates.
— Oh, I know, we talked about it already… I stand by my point of view, you could have at least tried, son.
— I could, yes. But I didn’t. I value my freedom, thank you very much. Can you look me in the eye and say you can visualize me carrying a girl in my arms while dancing, Mom? — Despite the mellow tone in his voice, he was deadly serious. Like, come on, look at him! Shunnosuke was never interested in girls, and hardly he’d play the leading, alpha role in a dance presentation, that's very much obvious to anyone who gave him a single look. He’d rather be the one carried around. What were they thinking? Eriko (who truly couldn't imagine his son doing any male roles in a dance) laughed it off in a carefree manner, but only she and God, if there's any, knew how displeased she was that his child happened to take his effeminate, camp gay behavior to such an extreme level. Leighton didn’t seem to mind at all how subversive his son was when it comes to gender roles, he’d find the situation hilarious, if anything.
— Haha, anyway, it’ll be a pleasure definitely, Daiki. Ballet is indeed captivating enough to let such opportunity pass.

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"Then we all agree we will all go to the ballet. Russians always make such a fine show. Sometimes I wish Nagisa would continue dancing so she could eventually enroll to an academy like Russers." Mary said appearing delighted with the turn of events.
"Though I wouldn't mind for us to meet prior to that. You are an intriguing person, Shunnosuke and I would love to get to know you further." Masahiko replied. Nagisa thought that her brother was a bit too forward with Shunnosuke but on the other hand the teenager didn't seem to mind. Surely her brother was charming but was he really this seductive or Shunnosuke was simply a fan of well formed muscles. Either way the plan to merge the two families was working marvelously.
"Then Shunnosuke could join me and my brother this weekend for shopping. Masahiko wanted to buy new swimming equipment and since my mother doesn't design men's swimwear he will get one from the mall in Penecia. I remember you being a fashionable person back at the gallery, you could offer my brother some advice about his choice of attire then. He hardly ever listens to me."

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Oh, that was too...direct for Shunnosuke. Apparently Masahiko was a go-getter? Not that he minded being pursued to such extent by a good-looking man of similar upbringing; the problem was the flirting happening in front of their parents. Shunnosuke knew his Grandparents, along with his Mother, would hardly approve such involvement. Not that it could impede the teen anyway, or that they'd step in his way if he decided to take this forward; after all, a rich man is a rich man, and if the teen were to really pursue a homossexual relationship, it better be done with one of a prosperous family. Still...they wouldn't be too happy. Leighton, however, was fairly cool with it. The problem, to him, was not his son being gay, but being gay for Masahiko in particular. Like, Nagisa basically said in front of everyone for Shunnosuke to check on Masahiko's package! Helping with "buying men's swimswear" is an euphemism for a bootycall, isn't it? Worst is, Shunnosuke was exhilarated for such bold, indecent invitation! — Of course, I'd love to! You came to the right person for help, Masahiko! Just tell me when and where--
— Erm, speaking about fashion, I must say, Mari, my son is a fan of your work. Though I believe he was too shy to express his admiration for one of his favorite fashion designers.

Shunnosuke gave his father a short glare that, although looking blank and deadpan, basically meant "Shut the hell up, you big idiot". What was his father thinking? Why was he looking with such satisfaction to his son, despite the teenager being a bit obvious about his intention of commiting parricide right now? He did that on purpose to interrupt his conversation with Masahiko, didn't he? Urgh. — ...yes, he's right. — He finally turned to Nagisa's mother, smiling sheepishly, going along with the route his poor excuse of a father set up for him. — I'm a great admirer of your job and I'm thankful for being welcome to your house. It's like a dream coming true.

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"Oh honey, you should have said so earlier. It's always a pleasure meeting an admirer. Had I known that one of Nagisa's friends was interested in fashion I would have given her a double invitation for one of my runaway shows, sadly most of those which would have take place in Azores have been canceled."
Mari replied with her eyes gleaming. It was fun to watch her mother getting exited like that every time she received a compliment about her work.
"My mother is very passionate about her art, that's the reason she's so successful. She is a genius in designing and that's why she's the best." Nagisa said as she praised her mother.
"Perhaps Mari will find some inspiration at the ballet, they say classical music helps the spirit. Either way I'm glad we finally had a chance to meet each other, perhaps one day our families will form a powerful alliance that will dominate Azores. But I digress we aren't supposed to talk about business any longer so let's enjoy the time we have together.
The rest of the evening passed on without anything exceptional happening.

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