Author's note: This is Marrying a Millionaire's sequel. Those who haven't read that story, I advise you to read it first, but if you don't feel like it, it's no big deal. This sequel can actually stand on its own, and you can understand it even though you haven't read the part one. Anyway, without much further ado, this is the chapter one! I hope you enjoy!
Disclaimer: I don't own Ghost Hunt.
"Mai, where are you going?" Masako asked noticing her best friend busy fixing herself in front of the mirror.
"Out for Tokyo," she answered while combing her hair.
With that kind of reply, Masako instantly knew what she meant. "Isn't he out of town now?"
Mai smiled at her reflection, turned back to Masako and said, "Naru and I have a date tonight. We'll be meeting at Fleur de Lise. And guess what, Masako. When Naru called me yesterday, he sounded very excited to see me. I wonder if there's something he wants to tell me."
"Maybe he'll ask your hand for marriage," Masako told her nonchalantly.
"Really?! You think so?!"
"Baka! Don't get too excited. You'll just be depressed if it's not true," she slightly laughed at Mai before leaving her alone.
It had been almost a year when everything was back to normal. Like all people in a relationship, Mai and Naru had been dating and seeing each other. Naru moved back to Japan and transferred his business in the country. It wasn't as big as his father's yet, but as expected, it was very progressive. Everyone was amazed on how competitive Naru was in the industry considering how young he was. He still got the same egoistic attitude and was as handsome as he has ever been. Mai and Masako's flower shop was becoming famous as days passed. Because of their hard work, their business had been performing well. Everything was so perfect, but don't you think it's too good to be true?
--ooo000ooo--
"Welcome to Fleur de Lise!" the receptionist cheerfully greeted Mai. "Do you have any reservations, ma'am?"
"Yes," she nodded. "Taniyama Mai." The receptionist guided her to the reserved table and a waiter quickly came to take her order. The brunette checked the time and realized that she was a few minutes ahead of time. "One glass of mango shake please."
"That's all, ma'am?"
"Yeah, I'm still waiting for someone," with that, he left and processed her order. Mai gazed at the window where she could see the busy streets of Tokyo from above. Fleur de Lise is a bistro located in a tower together with other restaurants. From there, costumers could view the Mt. Fuji and the well-known Tokyo Tower while dinning in. It was famous for that; their menu was also the best. Mai and Naru often eat at Fleur de Lise that it had become their favorite. While staring outside sipping her shake, Mai recalled what Masako told her. 'Maybe he'll ask your hand for marriage…' the line kept playing in her mind. Masako should be right, she thought. Normally, Naru would never date me after his business trips, but this time it's different. I wonder if there's an urgent matter he wants to let me know. Mai giggled as she thought of more. Her imagination was cut when her phone rang, and it was Naru calling her. "Naru, where are you already?" She was not irritated. Mai just wanted to know the narcissist's whereabouts.
"Mai, don't worry. I'm on my way. Knowing you, you probably have been waiting for hours there."
"No! Not really…" she denied. "I just came here…"
"Alright just wait for me," said Naru. He took out a velvetbox from his bag, opened it and saw the diamond he'll give Mai later. It was beautiful and brilliant. "I'm hanging up…"
"Wait! I just want to know why did you call me…" What a stupid question to ask, Mai cursed herself.
"I wanted to hear your voice…" Naru said softly and promptly ended the call.
Naru was obviously tired from the long trip. As much as he desired to lay down on bed and sleep, he preferred to see Mai. He bought this diamond ring from a jewelry shop when he was out of town. He didn't know the reasons, but his body seemed to have moved on tis own. Maybe it was about time for them to get married, have a family of their own and this time, they will love ach other forever and ever.
--ooo000ooo--
The sky suddenly got dark as a heavy rain warned to fall down. Naru drove his care with extra care, but unexpected things had to come and surprise people to make their lives more interesting. As the road got more slippery and the rain almost block the driver's sight, a blinking flash of light and noisy horning of a ten-wheeler truck let Naru meet his end.
--ooo000ooo--
In the restaurant, Mai was patiently waiting for Naru. As she was about to have another sip of her shake, the glass accidentally slipped through her hand and eventually broke into pieces.
"This feeling…" her hear beat went faster.
Author's note: I know this chapter is pretty short, but it all ends at that scene. Thank you for reading!