Sugar to my bitter coffee

Hikari and Takahashi turned their back to find themselves trapped in a swarm of people in black suits.

* Can she hold him like that . Young master don't like being touched. *

Urahara was astonied by the reaction of his young master in her arms. He was like a cute tiger cub playing with his mother.

Wait ! Mother . ..

They rushed towards them .

...She must be one of those to approach their master using the young master....

These woman don't know when to give up , do they?

Dealing with them every day , Young master is now skilled in chasing them away but this one seems crafty enough to tame him.

We should be careful around her.

..." Young master ! Are you alright ? "...

They were out of breath from all the running around in search of him , thus panted.

Akio , who began to enjoy the free ride, felt annoyed.

These fools never come on right time .

Before, I awaited for their arrival , finding her nosy and annoying. Now that I want to spend some time with her, they showed up.

..."What can happen to me ? Who dare harm me ?"...

He remonstrated them .

His prideful remark made Takahashi and Hikari alarmed and confirmed their doubt of him being a successor to a renowned family.

* Now that I think about it , no one tend to him when he had a fall. They clearly avoided him. Were they afraid of him ?

Why ?

Maybe he is a trouble maker .

Maybe his family is unreasonable and don't appreciate others kindness .

What can the reason maybe ?*

Hikari looked at Takahashi , whose expression clearly said ," Didn't I tell you clearly not to cause trouble ."

She shrugged her shoulders.

It's no use crying over spilt milk

And focused on the conversation between them.

"You are right young master. We were worried for nothing .

You are outstanding . How can someone kidnap you ........"

Their left handed flattery continued.

Ignoring them , Akio turned towards Hikari and asked while fidgeting his fingers.

..."Will you blame me for not revealing my identity ?"...

His head down and voice guilty.

* Is he concerned about that . But why do my like or unhappiness matter to him. A while ago , he was all grumpy and insisted on letting him go. Also he had not revealed his identity now either. *

She was touched .

..."Of course . I am not . I already knew you weren't some random kid."...

..."You know me ?"...

...He was delighted....

Urahara furrowed his brows in suspicions .

She was here to use him as stepping stone for real . I better protect young master and chase her away.

He signaled the others but were stopped by the fierce gaze of Akio . His expression threatening.

..." Don't you dare " He mouthed....

They glued at their spot.

* How can a kid be this overwhelming.*

They trembled.

She appeared oblivious to what happened and replied .

..."No I don't . I guessed it from your personality . You stand out even in this crowded place of adults. Your facial features and gait exude nobility."...

..."Really."He was inflated by her remarks....

..."Why would I lie ? You are so cute and adorable. I can spot you even among thousands."...

She pinched his cheeks , melting in the softness of his skin.

Akio blushed at the praise .

It was a normal routine for him. People often sang songs of praises for him but somehow her remarks made him happy enough to feel embarrassment .

..."Hahahaha . Are you embarrassed ?"...

His reaction made her smile.

..."Enough , put me down . "...

It was his act of showing unhappiness. He didn't like being made fun of.

Her smile widened and eventually turned into laughter . She put him down gently while trying to control her laugh.

..."You should learn to control your temper. Kids your age are living life without worry , spending days leisurely enjoying themselves to their heart content. You are a complete opposite of them. Smile more often okay"...

While crouching , she patted his head and advised him.

He simply nodded .

Urahara and the bodyguards were in awe. They didn't believe what happened in front of them.

Their young master would not let just any body touch him.

He would not listen to advises either.

If it were them , he would have teached them a lesson by now. But , he was so docile in front of her , acting like a paper tiger which made his identity suspicious.

He can't be our young master. He must be some imposter.

Urahara sneaked upon him quietly . And held Akio's hand .

Akio immediately slapped his hand away .

* He is clearly our young master .I am sure of it now.

Why he would let her touch him then ?

Is he bewitched by her ...? *

Rubbing his hand , Urahara thought .

..."Mr ..? "...

...Hikari looked at the middle aged man for introduction. He seemed like the one in charge....

He was startled by her question.

..."Oh , I am Urahara .and these are the bodyguards assigned for protection of Young master. We are grateful for taking care of our young master. "...

He bowed .

Ha, she must be waiting for a chance to be invited to the mansion . I won't let her have it.

It was for this reason he formally thanked her.

He was easy going man by nature but when it came to these annoying women , he could not tolerate it.

..."It's nothing. But do be cautious from now on....

...It's not safe for a kid to wander alone. "...

Her answer is different ? Shouldn't she have answered like , It is my responsibility to take care of such a cute kid , then held his hand to give the impression of a close mother and son relationship , inquire about master and find a chance to seduce him.

The thoughts of Urahara and the bodyguards were different .

The Bodyguards were like,

Why it looks like she is nagging just as the madam ?

Speaking of which , it will be soon her turn to nag .

Mother !, why did I become a bodyguard to such a family ? What sin I committed to deserve such punishment ?

It's clearly not our fault okay?

She called him a KID right? But can a kid sneak out of house with hundreds of bodyguards on watch and security cameras keeping record of every person moving around the mansion ?

He is more like a little demon .

To him , we are nothing but invisible decoration pieces placed in mansion .

They were in despair by their unworthiness.

Their thoughts were revealed to her and she smiled . They must be having a tough time searching for him high and low .

..."Don't make other worry about you . Be a good kid. "...

Saying this , her voice carried a tinge of sadness.

..."Are you disappointed in me for being a trouble maker? "...

He misjudged gloominess in her voice .

..."No , I just remembered someone saying the same words to me. Now , I regret it. I should have listened to him. Only if I ....."...

He hugged her tightly , only to wake her up from the illusion.

..."I will do as you say "....

..."Thanks buddy ." She smiled....

*It is not like before . Not Bright nor heart warming . What has she gone through ?*

Urahara and bodyguards thought of her smile from before and now.

*He is a smart kid . He knew right away that it was something not to be revealed to others , thus interrupted me . It would have been bad if I continued.*

Thump.

Wait , has Takahashi heard it ?

Her heart sank .

She turned her head around to find him .

He was at a distance busy on a phone call.

Thank God , he didn't hear anything.

But when did he had a call ?

Akio placed his hands on her cheeks and turned her face from Takahashi to himself.

..."Can you come with me to the mansion ? You see , they are not reliable . "...

Akio wanted her to meet his family. It was not every day to meet someone not bothered by his attitude nor wanted to ride his family coattails. She also felt someone familiar thus he acted without his usual self towards her. He didn't want to let go of her thus made excuse to lure her to the mansion.

..."Young master! "...

They were in shock . They didn't believe he insulted them for uselessness in front of a stranger , a girl on top of that.

..."No need to be so dramatic. You know it in your hearts too , how competent you are."...

His sarcastic remark petrified them.

They were the best bodyguards of their company which would cost a person his entire fortune for just hiring them . Their competencies include fighting , alertness , confidentiality, observance , physical fitness , team playing , focused vision and calmness in any situation. They were proud in their skills until assigned to this mansion. Their value reduced from being best bodyguards to tracking device for this little brat.

They only needed one skill now , nag proof, insult proof .

Hikari smiled at the interaction between him and bodyguards.

She didn't want to reject Akio but she also knew Takahashi won't agree to it , thus excused.

..."I will have to ask Takahashi ."...

She waited for him to finish the call and approach them.

..."We have to go now . "...

Takahashi had a gist of what happened and rejected them .

The little hope he had was crushed by Takahashi refusal ,so Akio felt disappointment.

..."I am sorry . I hope we can meet again ....

We are in a bit of hurry so we will leave first. "

At constant gestures of Takahashi , she kissed him on cheeks .

She wanted to spend rest of the day with him . But she had not time to coax him and make false promises.