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After receiving tea from Gene she couldn't help but inhale it's scent. Body relaxing as she took a small drink enjoying the way the hot liquid ran down her throat. She let out a soft sigh before looking up Gene a smile gracing her lips. "Thank you Gene." He smiled at her in return, his hand going to her head and brushing her hair back.

"Anytime." He knelt down beside her and looked into her eyes; his blue eyes looking at her with kindness but letting her know he wanted to know what she had dreamt of.

"It was really weird." Pulling the cup away from her she let out a soft sigh. "One minute I was – dreaming of something – then I woke up to find myself in the same positions as the female we saw. The one that was hanging on the wall." Looking up at Gene she felt him remove the tea cup, heard the soft clank of the saucer touching the floor. He took her hand. "He killed her." She whispered and he nodded.

"What did he do to her?" Her eyes looked away from him saddened by what happened.

"She's stuck behind the wall. He buried her in the wall of the museum."

"Did you see what he looked like?" She frowned in thought.

"He had black hair, and green eyes. I couldn't tell you how tall he was but he said that his art brought them together and it was his art that would keep them together." Gene nodded about to say something when his brother spoke.

"You said you were dreaming of something? Were you dreaming of something else before?" Mai shook her head lying to him. There was no way she was going to tell him she dreamt of going crazy and killing him. His face remained emotionless and he turned to get back to work speaking with Lin.

"Mai." Gene whispered catching her attention. "Was there something else?" Mai shook her head and Gene nodded. "I see." He gave her a gentle smile and picked up her cup. "Drink your tea." He handed it to her and pressed a kiss to the side of her head before changing his position to sit beside her on the floor.

Mai looked into the tea cup before bringing it to her lips for another drink. It bothered her to dream of doing such a thing to the man she loved but then again he pissed her off so much it was bound to happen. Her lips twitched as she fought the urge to smile. "I wonder if anyone else has ever thought about it." She mused. "He's such an arrogant bastard I'm surprised no one has bothered with it." She glanced at Gene before taking another sip of her tea. "What kind of person am I to think such a thing? I've loved Naru for so long. How could I possibly think like that? I know he's a selfish lazy narcissist that –"She cut off herself as she thought about it. She had given him that nickname merely because he was arrogant in the fact that he knew he was capable in his ability and maybe a little smug about his looks but in reality she suppose he wasn't in fact a real narcissist. If he was then he never would have fallen in love with her. "Expect the jackass broke up with you because he thinks you're in love with his brother." She scoffed quietly, finishing her tea before standing up.

"Mai?" She glanced down at Gene giving him a soft smile.

"Just going to walk around a bit."

"Would you like some company?" Mai nodded and Gene stood up walking close to her.

Ignoring the two that left the base he continued focusing on his work still not finding anything substantial. The only thing Mai was able to do was confirm that people were murdered at this location. "This case may be entirely pointless and a waste of my precious time." He thought skimming over the notes once more. He felt his phone in his pocket vibrate, pulling it out he glanced at the caller I.D. before flipping it open, standing from his seat and walking out of the base. "Yasuhara" He said simply. "You better have good news for me."

Sorry Naru. I've finished everything from the first year the museum was built to now and there's nothing. I've tried looking even further back and the only thing is the deaths over the a span of five years and that's it. Nothing recent and nothing before that.

Naru let out a soft sigh. "Then I'm wasting my time."

Afraid so. The murders were nothing that would cause paranormal activity and the only thing available is the fact that the number one suspect is an artist but the police have lost trail of him. The only thing you can do is tell him to take precaution by doing traditional things that ward off ghosts and the like or hope that one day the police solve the murders. Other than that… Yasuhara trailed off.

"Very well. Thank you for your work."

Of course. I look forward to the next time you need my services boss. Yasuhara hung up the phone and Naru followed suit, feeling slightly irritated that it was just a waste. Turning he made his way back to base dialing Gene's number.

Hello? Naru sighed at his brother's stupidity.

"Come back to base. We're leaving." He then hung up and entered the room they were using as base. "We're done here. Let's pack up."

Mai and Gene returned to base and helped pack up the equipment and by the end of the day they were on their way back to the SPR office, Naru speaking to the curator via phone before they left. During the drive Mai remained silent, resting her head against the window, Gene holding her hand in comfort. At this point in time she wasn't even sure how she would be able to go about her day without wanting to be with wanting to cry. "Will I even be able to continue working for SPR?" She thought before closing her eyes allowing sleep to claim her once more.

~Dream World~

Mai opened her eyes to the dark world that greeted her every time she slept. Sometimes she would come here even when she wasn't on a case but that was mostly due to Gene. He was alive so -

"Mai." She heard the familiar call of her name and she turned around to see him. "We need to talk." Mai rolled her eyes.

"Not this shit again."

"We need to break up." His tone made her really want to slap his narcissistic face. "I mean you and I need to end our relationship and you need to move out of my apartment."

She sighed heavily. "Can we get a move on with this?" She called out to the darkness.

"This relationship is not doing either of us anything."

"I already know what happens! I did live it you know?!"

"You love Gene not me, as I have concluded before." She let out an irritated noise before he disappeared.

"I seriously don't understand why I have to keep replaying that inside my head."

"Mai." She turned and was about to yell when he spoke. "May I ask you something?" Tilting her head she it dawned on her that this was Gene. Gene? Again? "If Naru doesn't come begging to have you back by the time this case ends, would you be willing to give us another try?" Mai sighed at his words. "Forget about the rebound thing or anything else. I love you Mai and I want to do whatever it takes to make you happy. I love seeing a smile on your face."

"Of course you do Gene." She sighed softly.

"Take the case to think it over. If you need more time after let me know." Mai's head snapped to him.

"I'll think about it over the case." She heard herself say. Except she had forgotten to think about it. To give him any thought like she said she would. She looked at Gene. "Is it time to move on?" She found herself asking him and he smiled at her gently before disappearing making Mai frown in confusion.

~End Dream World~

She opened her eyes letting out a yawn as she sat up, neck aching from the awkward position it always wound up in when she fell asleep in the van.

"Hey sleepy head." Glancing to Gene she smiled.

"Hey Gene."

"We're here." Nodding her head she unbuckled her seatbelt and followed Gene out of the van, noticing that the equipment was already out of the van.

"Why didn't you wake me up so I could help?" She asked, jumping down to the ground. Gene looked at her smiling.

"You looked peaceful and I didn't want to wake you." The brunette frowned.

"Except you could have saved me from getting a neck cramp." He shrugged in response and Mai sighed. "Let's just go home. I'm still tired."

The next day at work Mai arrived at her usual time and made him tea as she usually did, bringing it to him silently. She was careful to close the door softly so as not to disturb him and during one of his bathroom trips he noticed she was actually working diligently. Not once had she complained during one of his calls for tea or when he gave her more files, she had been silent, except for when she offered Lin more tea. It bothered him to see her like this but he couldn't bring himself to do or say anything to her. His mind kept going to the fact that he had broken up with her, hurt her so many times that if he had asked her, would she even say yes?

Naru let out an aggravated sigh; he wanted to hit his head against his desk. He glanced at the e-mail from his mother not sure what to say. She didn't know he and Mai were no longer together and if she found out he feared a prompt visit from either her or Modoka would occur and he'd be scolded for days about being an idiot. Of course he also had this feeling that they would tell him that while they want him to go to Mai and beg for forgiveness they'd probably tell him that she was too good for him and that even if he did ask her back out she would tell him no. "Who'd want to be with someone who spends most of his time breaking his girlfriend's heart?" Letting out an irritated sigh he closed the e-mail deciding to answer her at a later date.

The narcissist stared at the closed door to his office. He knew he loved her. She had caught his attention the moment they met and ever since then she would be constantly on his mind. At first it was just minor thoughts but those slowly changed and she began to consume him. It made everything difficult as he was always worried about her. Having her by his side was a reassurance but it wasn't enough. He needed to have her with him as much as possible. "I really am an idiot for breaking up with her." He looked at the door once more. "The obvious solution is to get her back." But the real issue was how?

Mai sighed softly, stretching her arms a bit as she finished up her work. Today had been a simple day and she was grateful for that. Standing she picked up a stack of folders and headed to the back to file everything. After making several trips Mai noticed the time and smiled, time for her to go home. Gathering her things she set everything up, turning off her desk lamp and turning on the answering machine before heading back to make Naru a fresh cup of tea. Once that had been taken care of and the dishes were clean she made her way to Lin's office, knocking softly on his door.

"Come in." Smiling she opened the door.

"I'm taking my leave for the day Lin-san. Is there anything you need before I do?"

"No, thank you Taniyama-san. Have a nice night."

Mai smiled. "You too Lin." Closing his door carefully she made her way to her desk and gathered her things up and making her way to home. She had never expected to remain in Gene's apartment but she found it that just staying would be a lot easier than going to talk to her old landlady and asking for her place back. That and Gene was good company. Mai walked into the apartment and looked around surprised. It was dark but romantic music was playing and when she stepped inside she noticed the dining table was lit with candlelight. Mai smiled and shook her head. "Gene, what are you doing?"

"Nothing, I just thought it'd be nice for a beautiful woman to be treated to a nice dinner and if it happens to be by candlelight then all the better, right?"

Mai laughed at him as she set her keys down and removed her shoes. She walked over to him and wrapped her arms around him. "Are you trying to sway my decision?"

"No, I would never do that." He smiled at her. "You work hard and you deserve to have someone cook for you."

Mai smiled at him and rested her head against his chest. "Thank you Gene." She hugged him and he returned it.

"Now come my princess, I have made you a feast and I want you to eat." He pulled out a chair for her and she sat down and he then took his seat. "I hope you enjoy it."

They began to eat and after a little he rose from his seat and grabbed her hand and changed the song and they began to dance. Mai giggled as he sang along with the song when it came to an end another song played and they danced to that one as well. After a few more songs they collapsed onto the couch giggling and laughing. "Mai." He leaned closer to her

She looked up at him with a smile on her face. When she saw the look in his eyes her smile faded. "Gene I –"She leaned to him their lips brushing against each other's when suddenly there was a knock at the door. Mai heard Gene sigh and she smiled at him. Kissing his cheek she got up and answered the door. "Naru". She swallowed as she stared at him. "What are you doing here?"

"I came to speak to you." Mai made no reply. "If you will please take a walk with me." She nodded her head and slipped on her shoes and grabbed her keys. She looked to Gene and gave him a smile.

"I'll be right back; maybe we can continue our dinner plans?" He nodded his head knowing that probably wouldn't happen.

Mai followed Naru out of the apartment and down the stairs. They walked in silence and for a little while before he decided to speak. "Mai I wanted to talk to you about us." He was silent a moment before he spoke again. "I want to apologize for being such an absolute ass to you. I have a jealousy problem and I can't control myself." He glanced at her before speaking again. "When it comes to you I honestly have no real rational thought I run on emotions and when Gene threatened me back in Australia I became worse. I hated every second the pair of you were together, I honestly thought he was trying to take you away from me, that he was doing it slowly."

"He didn't take me away from you."

"I know. I did that myself. I realized that in my jealousy I was forcing you away and after England I lost it and couldn't think rationally. When you told me that we were going to be parents but you lost them I thought I was going to die. I hated myself because I could have prevented anything from happening to you." He took a small breath. "Mai I am sorry for the way I treated you. After everything we had been through I should have been better." He stopped and grabbed her hand. "I don't expect you to forgive me but I still love you Mai. I'm in love with you and I want us to try again."

Mai sighed as she looked up at him. "I don't know." She looked away wanting to cry. "If we were to try again how can I not expect you to do this again? I can't take you breaking my heart every five minutes. I need someone who's reliable who won't yell at me for every mistake I make. Someone who won't make me cry every chance he gets." She swallowed hard. "I don't know if I can take being with you."

"Which is, why I have a plan" He turned her face to his. "I can't promise you immediate results but I think we can work this out. As long as you help me."

"Help you?" Mai looked at him slightly surprised and confused.

"Help me get over my jealousy, help me be a better man for you Mai. I love you and I am honestly willing to try and work at being kinder for you, to you. I hate seeing you cry and I want to make you happy. I want to be the only man you go to for comfort and love." He brushed a tear away with his thumb. "I love you Mai, heaven help me I'm so weak when I'm with you, breaking up with you was a mistake and I don't want to make that mistake again."

Mai sniffled and laughed she felt so overwhelmed with joy. He loved her and was willing to change just to make her happy. "I love you Naru." He smiled at her and pressed his lips to hers in a firm loving chaste kiss.

"I have a condition though." She frowned a little. "Make it two, one the next time you're pregnant you tell me." Mai nodded her head. "Second, I am not going to change my attitude towards the others. I have a company to run and I need to keep –"Mai rolled her eyes and pressed her lips to his.

"Shut up Oliver." She commanded. "Shut up and just kiss me."

He smiled at her and obliged. "I love you Taniyama Mai."

"I love you Oliver Davis."

After a few passionate kisses they parted from each other and Mai looked up at him smiling. "Let's go and get your things and move you back in with me." Mai nodded her head.

"This time you're helping me and not just sitting on your ass drinking tea and telling me what to bring."

"Whatever you say dear." He kissed the top of her head enjoying her blushing face. He grabbed her hand and the pair began walking to Gene's place. When they arrived they began packing her things Mai thanked Gene for everything she kissed him on the cheek and then returned to packing. Naru observed Gene as she spoke to him, he knew how Gene felt about her but he was in love with her too.

"No matter what happens, it's always you." Gene spoke to him then sighed. "As long as she's happy, I'm willing to give up just to see her happy and smiling." Naru gave his brother a smile and then was pulled by Mai and to her room to help her. "Just remember brother since I'm not going anywhere if you mess up in any way again she's mine and I won't let her go so easily."

"Like I'd mess this up again." Gene scoffed at him. "Besides we've got things under control." Gene looked around and decided to leave. He didn't want to be there while Mai was with Naru. He grabbed his keys and slipped on his shoes.

"See ya around little brother."

Naru heard the door open and close knowing Gene had left. Mai looked to him.

"What was that?"

"Gene, he left."

"Oh, is he okay?" She was folding a shirt.

Naru didn't want to tell her the truth. "He'll be okay, in time." Mai nodded her head at him and finished gathering her things. He watched her for a few moments before she turned to him frowning.

"Come on you lazy narcissist, help me pack."

He smiled at her and walked over to the closet and removed her clothing from hangers and began to fold them. "Do you have enough boxes to put your things in?"

"Of course. I have all the boxes from when I moved out of your apartment." Mai pulled another top down and folded it.

Naru felt a pang of guilt hit him. "Mai."

"No, I'm not getting you tea." She looked at him smiling.

"I really am sorry about our fight." He grabbed her and pulled her into a hug.

"Idiot, it's done and over with, as long as you work on your jealousy things will work out fine." She pressed her lips to him in a chaste kiss. "Now, let's finish packing." She turned and continued.

He smiled and continued helping her. "It's always you that makes me weak and human-like." He looked at her with love in his eyes feeling his heart soar with joy. Wrapping his arms around her suddenly and enjoying the way she squeaked in surprise, it made him chuckle.

"Naru!" She half whined. "Stop trying to avoid helping me pack. I'm not going to let you get out of this one you lazy narcissist." He chuckled and released her from his hold, kissing the top of her head before and continued helping her pack her things.

"I really don't care as long as it's only you and you promise to stay by my side forever, because in truth Taniyama Mai, I'm deeply in love with you. You broke through my barriers, through the ice around my heart and made me fall in love with you. I'm forever in your debt and I can only think of one way to pay you back for bringing me back to life as well as bringing joy into my life and that's by loving you and giving you my heart now and forever."

Wooo! I finally ended Bookstore 2 :D Yay me! lol, anyways thank you for being ever so patient with me and I hope youenjoyed Bookstore 2. For any of you who happens to be a fan of my other story Sentinel the sequel is up and is called Hogo-sha. Yea I know it's a Japanese title but it's a Japanese show so.. yeah..lol.