MERRY CHRISTMAS MINNA!! Hope you're having a happy holiday! Enjoy the update~
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Chapter 3
The deal was on and now every move had to count and mean something if I was going to win this bet. However I knew for sure that I was going to win and once I do, I'll simply get rid of her I mean really this has become something more of a game to me. All that stuff I was feeling last night was just rubbish. That's not who I am. I don't love anyone and I don't need anyone not when I have money. All I see in Yuki is something that I want because she truly is something that is a rare sight. Something you don't see every day and that's what makes her fascinating. Then once I have her I'll dispose her and never see her again and continue my hunting spree. I mean that's what I do and I've done for the past six years so I think this one will be like no other. Same old same old I'll win the bet and she'll be mine. The thing with marrying is was simply a lie and I really have to stop doing that but hey that makes things interesting. I think when she does fall for me I'll play with her for a couple weeks and then discard her like the other. It's a simple system and it makes me look terrible but to be honest I don't care. Because all those people to criticize me are lower than me and they know if they try anything I will personally destroy their entire being. I think this game is going to be very interesting and something I won't forget as easily. I was planning on making the first move and so I went out to the store and bought some flowers and chocolates. Girls really like this stuff so this will probably work. I drove over to the casino and walked inside where Yuki was sitting at her usual post.
"I brought you something thought you might like."
I showed her the gifts and she simply turned her head away and didn't say anything. I was surprised seeing how she was unaffected by the chocolate and flowers and so I knew she was going to be a tough one to crack. I gave the flowers and chocolate to a guy who I watched later on give to his wife who was at the slot machines. Once that was taken care of I went back over to Yuki and said,
"How about we have a chat and get to know each other a little bit nee?" I said.
"If you're going to try to use cheap pick up lines I will you tell you now they won't work because I've heard them all and I don't need to hear them again." Yuki said in a cold tone.
"Well I don't use cheap pickup lines so you can relax on that. I was just gonna play a little game. Ever heard of 20 questions?"
"I don't have time for your games Watanabe now get out of here before I call security."
I could tell Yuki was getting irritated by me mere presence and so I backed off and decided to seek advice from the top lady killer I knew. Pulling up to Jurina's place I parked outside and knocked on the door where one of the maids answered and soon let me in. I walked inside and to my surprise I saw Jurina on the couch playing a game of chess with a girl across. The two looked like they were in an intense game and then suddenly the girl made the final move and then she said,
"Check mate."
"Eh? No way!"
Jurina stared at the board in disagreement and I looked at it as well. She had Jurina's king blocked up and he couldn't move anywhere. He was trapped like a rat with nowhere to run and that was shocking because usually Jurina never loses at chess. The girl stood up and turned around where she was surprised to see me. She bowed and apologized and then quickly left the house. I sat on the couch and then looked at Jurina who was focused on the board. I lightly tapped Jurina's head and watched her come back to Earth and realize I was here.
"Who was the girl?"
"She was a girl I picked up at a cafe. She said she could beat me at a game I chose and so I chose chess and well.. I lost."
"Maybe you're getting old."
"How when I'm younger than you Mayu?"
"Dunno. Anyways I've come to ask you something."
"What's up?"
"So there's this girl who I've come across and I want her but she wasn't going to follow me easily so I made a bet with her."
Jurina looked at me with a disappointed yet nostalgic look on her face and then said,
"Another one Mayu? What is this the hundredth one?"
"Dunno lost track after fifty."
"Well what did you do bet with this girl?"
"I bet that if she fell for me she would marry me and if she didn't then I would give her all my money."
Jurina's eyes nearly popped out of her head when I told her that. This was the first time I had placed a bet that high but hey I was getting bored with my life and wanted to do something new for once something exciting. Yuki was the perfect thing to stamp a new chapter into the Watanabe life and I was planning on stretching it out for as long as it could go.
"That's a high bet Mayu. You think you're gonna win?"
"Of course I will. It's just been a while so remind me on all the tricks to pick on the ladies."
"Alright then pull out a pen and paper Mayu because this is going to me a long day."
After five hours with Jurina the Love Guru I was now ready to get back into action once again. I had forgotten all the old things I used to do since it had been such a long time. I had stopped after my last girl because when I got rid of her she came back and nearly killed me. I thought that I would stay in the single life for as long as possible and I had to admit I had some good times but now it's time to stretch out the old wings and start flying again. I pulled out of Jurina's house and realized that it was really late. Yuki was already off her shift and probably home by now. I didn't want to just show up to her house magically because she'd probably think I was a stalker considering the fact I did follow her home and spy on her and her family. Therefore I decided to go visit another friend of mine who I hadn't talked to in a long time. I got in my car and drove off to a bar where I walked inside and sat at the bar. Soon after a very charming person walked over and asked,
"What can I get you?"
"You already know what I want."
"One Lucky Star coming up!"
The bar tender pulled out a glass and mixed different drinks and I watched as the colors blended evenly to a golden brass kind of color. The bar tender then took a piece of apple and sliced it to take the shape of a star and placed it into the glass along with some ice. The bartender handed my the drink and I placed the money on the table. I took a sip of the drink and the flavor on my tongue was just as amazing as I had remembered it. A small smile appeared on my face and soon after I heard a small chuckle.
"You haven't changed a bit Mayu."
"Same to you Mariko."
With her hair slicked back and her sleeves neatly folded to a crisp and every button on her vest promptly buttoned up, Mariko smiled at me showing off that signature troll grin. Mariko grabbed a glass and poured herself a drink as well and sat down across from me. She took a sip and said,
"It's been a while nee?"
"Yeah.. How have you been?" I asked.
"Been good. Getting ready for the next election and I know I'll win again."
"You know Mariko I don't understand why you work as a bartender when you're also a politician."
"Well you see I like to relax and making drinks relaxes me. Seeing the smile on people's faces or the tears on others, this place is a place to drink away their sorrows or start up new joys and fun times. I'm just happy to see it all with my own eyes because by doing this I know what it's like to be one of the people."
"Spoken like a true politician."
I took another sip of my drink and ended up drinking all of it because it was so good.
"I have to admit though you make good drinks."
"Well after the elections I plan on having a big party so you're welcome to attend and even bring a guest if you want."
"That'd be great. Thanks Mariko."
We tapped glasses together and chatted for another two hours before the night rush started to come in and Mariko got busy with drink orders. At that moment I knew it was my time to go so I left quietly and then headed home for a long needed rest. Now I have better knowledge as to what to do next time I see Yuki. The first thing I need to do is get Yuki to open up to me and let me in. Once that's done she'll be all mine and I can move in to make the final strike. I just know I'll win and there's no way a person like her can win.
The next morning I woke up and I had a whole new plan laid out as to how to attract Yuki. I realized that Yuki might have an eye for the more finer things in life like jewelry. Therefore I went to the jewelry store and bought the finest piece of jewelry that the place had and had it placed it a special case. Once that was done I went to the casino and walked over to Yuki. I knew Yuki wouldn't take it from me directly so I decided to be a little sneaky and do a little something else. I walked over from behind Yuki while she was busy with a customer and then quietly slipped the jewelry next to her purse and then running off. I ran over to a slot machine and hid behind it so I could watch her without being noticed. I watched Yuki finish with her last customer and then when she turned around to get something from her bag she saw the box and opened it. I was expecting a look of shock or happiness but instead I get nothing but a blank expression. Yuki closed the box and then continued the rest of her shift like nothing happened. I thought that maybe Yuki was so shocked that she didn't want to overreact in front of such a large crowd so when she ended her shift she would scream with joy. I just thought I would wait a little longer to see what she would do.
Eventually Yuki's shift ended and I watched her leave the building and get onto her bike. She drove off and I followed her expecting her to go home however that was different. Instead Yuki pulls in front of a building and walks inside holding the jewelry. I couldn't hear anything but through the window I saw her give the jewelry to the cashier and in exchange he gave her a ton of money. Yuki thanked the cashier and then left the building. I was surprised to see this and I thought Yuki was just going to take my money. Then suddenly I noticed Yuki was walking towards me where she had found where I was hiding out. She grabbed my hand and then placed all the money in it. Then she looked at me in the eyes and said,
"I don't need shiny things."
Yuki then got back on her bike and drove away leaving me with the money in my hand. I put the money back into my pocket and chuckled.
"Ha.. how strange Yuki."
Yuki really is something doing an act like that. Most people would have kept the money or the jewelry but instead she gives it back to me. Either she is the craziest person out there or she's the most honest. Yuki left and I stood there for a while trying to think of how to react to such a situation like this. In the end though I decided to just go home and relax for the rest of the night. As I sat there with my drink in my hand I started to think that how in the world am I going to win the heart of this girl? I underestimated her and now I'm starting to wonder what I could do. I looked at my phone and saw I got a Christmas message from Yuko telling me Merry Christmas. I had completely forgotten it was Christmas considering the fact that there was a lot of Christmas decorations up and around everywhere. Seeing how it was the Christmas holiday, I realized this was another lonely night with me and no one else. No presents, no friends no family just me. This was the fifth year this year and to be honest I had gotten used to it but there were times where I really did miss spending Christmas with someone else. While sitting on my chair I had thought about Yuki and wondered what her and her family were doing. Maybe they were opening presents or maybe they didn't have any presents at all? Thinking about Yuki and her family made me think of how they have nothing yet they're together and here I am with everything but I have no one. The loneliness was starting to consume me but this time I fought back.
I grabbed my car keys and went out to any stores that were open. All the fancy stores were closed for the holidays but there were some that were still open. I bought all kinds of toys for her siblings and then some cake for everyone to share. I felt sorry for the employees who had to work on Christmas so I gave them an extra bonus just for them to keep. Then I went to Yuki's home and calmly walked over with a sack full of presents behind me. I took a deep breath and then knocked on the door three times. Soon after the door opened and there standing there was Yuki wearing a simple red sweater and a Santa hat.
"Merry Christmas Yuki.. I was out and saw these toys that were on sale and I thought the kids would like them. Don't worry I didn't spend much and I brought you a cake to. Here take them. Happy holidays Yuki."
Before Yuki could say anything I turned around and walked away getting ready to get back in my car. However I heard Yuki call my name suddenly and she even threw a snow ball at me. I looked over and saw her giggling and then she said,
"Aren't you going to come in?"
I smiled and walked inside where for once I got to see Yuki's home. It was very small and kind of dirty but it had a homey feeling to it. In the corner of the room was a small Christmas tree with paper ornaments on them. I saw two little girls sitting on the floor staring at me as if I was from some other planet and I simply smiled and said,
"Santa's arrived!"
I set the sack down and some presents slid out. Their eyes grew to the size of plates and they looked at Yuki with big puppy dog eyes and said,
"Nee-chan can we open them please!!!"
"Sure go ahead." Yuki said smiling.
The girls opened the presents and one by one they discovered all the new toys I had gotten. I picked out things that girls liked such a plushies and dolls and that seemed to do the trick. I also got them some fuzzy pajamas that somehow fitted them and a couple of new shirts and pants. Then to top it off I got them both new shoes since their old ones looked about done for. Yuki herself was amazed at all the things I had gotten her siblings and of course I didn't leave Yuki out as well. Reaching into my pocket I pulled out a small box and handed it to Yuki. She opened the box and was surprised to see not jewelry but a cookie with a piece of paper that said,
"Would you join me for lunch sometime?"
Yuki smiled softly and said,
"Sure why not?"
The bells were going off inside my head for a miracle had just happened. Yuki actually accepted my invitation to a lunch date and this was truly a Christmas miracle. I was already planning out what I could to do like where we could go and what we could eat. So many things were going through my mind but then they were all cut off when Yuki said,
"Let's have some of the cake Mayu got for us!"
Yuki handed me the knife and told me to make the first slice. I smiled and happily sliced pieces of cake for her and the kids. They all agreed it was really good and I was happy that they were all enjoying the cake. This year I got to spend Christmas with someone this year and I was very happy to be with someone. I was with friends and maybe just maybe, maybe even a lover. All I can say is that for once I don't feel so alone this year. As I was eating the cake I saw Yuki smiling and having a fun time and so this year I knew I had done something right.
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