Years passed by and the young woman was looking through the cabinets. She sighed seeing nothing left to eat and looked at her phone
Should I call her? Nah...she will obviously tell me to order something
"Well guess I have to get takeout. When will she let me buy some ingredients?" Shai asked before heading to the couch and pulled out her phone. She ordered take out and paid for it online
"Haah...now we wait" Shai said as she looked up at the ceiling. She set her phone aside and heard barking nearby. She looked to the side and smiled seeing Pucchi holding a squeaky toy
"Hey Pucchi. Wanna play?" Shai asked and Pucchi barked as he let her have the toy. Shai took the toy before tossing it and Pucchi chased after it before giving it back to her
"Maybe it's best if we go out in the back so you have more space" Shai said as she stood up and walked to the backdoor while Pucchi walked behind her. Once she opened the door, Pucchi ran out barking happily and Shai smiled a little
"At least Himeko takes good care of you and loves you. Although how can you love your owner who is a shitty person? Bet she doesn't try to reveal her true colors around you..." Shai said and tossed the toy letting Pucchi run around with it. Shai felt a slight throb on her head
"Can you cut it out?" Shai asked
"Since when did the weakling decide to give up?" She asked
"Shut up. This is fine. Staying in here and waiting for her to come back is already what I've gotten myself used to" Shai said
"So you don't plan to run away?" She asked
"You know what happened last time right? She accused me for murder and the police all believe her since I have my father's blood. No matter where I go, she will find me. She will send the police and once I'm locked up. I'm hers..." Shai said
"A crazy bitch indeed...well have fun tonight. You already know what she plans on doing.." She said
"Yeah...and I guess I'm ready for it" Shai said and Pucchi barked making her snap back to reality
"Ah sorry boy. You want to play for a bit?" Shai asked. Pucchi barked and stood on his back legs
"I'll take that as a yes. It'll be fun to play for a bit" Shai said as she decided to play with him. Meanwhile the other young woman groaned as she stared out the glass walls. Himeko sighed feeling exhausted and soon reached out to call someone on the phone
"I hope she is awake by now. I told her to always get up early and not sleep in" Himeko mumbled to herself and dialed her number
"Yes?" Shai answered
"Shai! You're awake that's great. Listen I'll be home quite early since I will be going out so I will need to change clothes. Have you eaten?" Himeko asked
"No. I looked at the cabinets and there isn't anything I can use to make myself something. I was wondering if I could-"
"Let me stop you right there. Just order something. I gave you my card so you can go online and order stuff or would you like me to order something for you?" Himeko asked
"Uhm...right. Yeah I ordered takeout but I was only asking if I could...well...step out" Shai said and Himeko only let out a soft chuckle
"Oh Shai...you already know my answer to that right?" Himeko asked
"Y-yes. Sorry for asking..." Shai said as she lowered her head
"You're only allowed to step out of the house when I'm around you unless you'd like to upset me. I know you don't want to upset me since it won't be pretty right?" Himeko said
"I understand..." Shai said as she clenched the phone tightly
"Good. I will look through my schedule and see when it'll be a good time to go out. Especially because I might have another date soon" Himeko said
"...right. So is it today?" Shai asked
"Yes. That's why I'll be going home early to look pretty" Himeko said
"Alright. Thanks for letting me know. Hope you have fun..." Shai said
"...are you disappointed?" Himeko asked
"Why would I be?" Shai asked
"Aren't you slightly jealous?" Himeko asked
"...your relationships are none of my business. I'm only a toy set aside for when you need me...a toy has no feelings" Shai said and Himeko rolled her eyes
"Fine whatever you say..." Himeko said and hanged up. She tossed her phone as she slammed her fist against the table
Do you really not care if I go out with some guy? What the fucking hell...
"Tch...fine. If that's how it's going to be then fuck you too..." Himeko groaned as she clenched her fist tightly
What should I do? Get her a gift? What would she like?
"Damnit..." Himeko groaned as she rubbed her head. She stared at the ceiling and closed her eyes
"Stupid Shai..." Himeko mumbled. As time passed by, Himeko was dropped off by her driver at her place
"Thanks. Wait for me here. I will be out pretty soon" Himeko said as she walked to her house. She held out her keys and unlocked the door
"I'm home" Himeko said and Pucchi barked happily as he ran towards her
"Aww hey Pucchi!" Himeko said as she knelt down and her jumped in her arms. Pucchi barked as he started licking her face
"Yes yes I love you too" Himeko giggled softly. She stood up with her pet in her arms and looked around
"Shai?" Himeko asked as she tried to look for her
"I'm here" Shai said as she walked downstairs
"Ah there you are. What have you been doing?" Himeko asked
"Nothing much. Just lying down. Playing with Pucchi in the backyard and that's it. I already ate and didn't leave any leftovers" Shai said
"Good. Well now I will be off to my date..." Himeko said as she walked pass her
"Have fun" Shai said as she avoided her eyes and Himeko gritted her teeth
Tch...you really don't fucking want me? Idiot...

During the date, Himeko looked down at her plate picking at her food
"Hey, are you listening to me?" The man asked as he glared at her. Himeko looked up meeting up with his eyes and glared back at him
"Sorry but...I believe I lost my appetite" Himeko said as she stood up from her seat and left but the man grabbed her wrist
"Hey! So all you've been doing is wasting my time?" He asked and Himeko glared at him
"Let go...and don't make me repeat myself please" Himeko spoke coldly. The man only flinched before letting go of her hand
"Bastard..." Himeko mumbled as she walked out of the restaurant. She sighed deeply and the driver who was waiting for her opened the door for her
"Thank you" Himeko said as she stepped inside
"You're welcome" The driver said as he closed the door and went to the driver's seat
"How has Shai been behaving?" Himeko asked
"She's had dinner and right now is taking a nap on the couch along with Pucchi. She hasn't thrown any tantrums or thrown anything these pass few days" The driver said
"That's good to hear" Himeko said as she looked out the window. She thought for a moment before looking at the driver
"Actually...let's make a stop first" Himeko said
"Of course. Where to?" The driver asked
"Gift shop and after that to the flower shop" Himeko ordered
"Understood" The driver said. After stopping by the stores, Himeko arrived back at home before the sun set. She walked to the door and rang the doorbell. In a few seconds, Shai opened the door looking confused
"Hey...weren't you suppose to come around 8?" Shai asked
"I got bored" Himeko said
"Are those gifts from him?" Shai asked
"What? Pfft no. I wouldn't even accept any dumbass gifts from him" Himeko said
"Then who are they for?" Shai asked
"For you idiot" Himeko said as she smiled and Shai looked at her before trembling slightly
"Huh?" Shai asked
"I got your flowers, chocolates, and a plushie. I could get more if you'd like. I'll buy you anything" Himeko said
"...just what do you plan on doing? Making me feel happy? Or just hurt me until you make me cry?" Shai asked
"Just accept these gifts...is that so hard to ask for?" Himeko asked
"..." Shai glared at her before looking to the side
"...is there anything else you want? I can get them for you. I can get anything" Himeko said and Shai only felt slightly uncomfortable with her
...she will burst into anger I know it...
"Thanks" Shai said as she took the gifts before walking away
"Hey...and my kiss?" Himeko asked as she hugged her from behind. Shai tensed up and trembled slightly
"You are confusing..." Shai said as she turned around and leaned in kissing Himeko. Himeko blushed deeply and soon kicked the wound she had around her legs
"Q-quit it..." Shai said wincing in pain
"How long do you plan to keep this up?" Himeko asked
"What the hell are you even saying?" Shai asked and Himeko grabbed her by the hair dragging her to the couch
"You'll make me drop it!" Shai said and Himeko forced Shai to get on her knees while she sat in the couch
"Drop those..." Himeko said and Shai only tossed the gifts aside
"The fuck do yo-"
SLAP!
"Hold still..." Himeko said before slapping her over and over and over until tears rolled down Shai's cheek
"Wh-why? What did I do wrong this time?" Shai asked
"...how come you show little interest in me?" Himeko asked as she grabbed Shai's chin pulling her face closer. Himeko glared at her closely in her eyes and caressed her cheek softly
"Wh-why should I?" Shai asked as she whimpered and Himeko grabbed her by her hair pulling her close towards between her legs
"H-hey what th-"
"Because of me you aren't in prison. If you'd like I can send you there to rot forever...and perhaps hurt someone precious to you. Like...your own mother" Himeko said
"I-I'm sorry...I-I will be a good g-girl" Shai said as she trembled and Himeko pulled her into a kiss. Shai kissed her back as she climbed on top of her and Himeko added her tongue inside. Shai kissed her passionately and slid her hand up her shirt. Himeko broke the kiss and held her closely while stroking her hair softly
"...I love you..." Shai said and Himeko smiled as she tightned her grip on her
"You belong to me..." Himeko said
Only I get to see your sad and happy expressions...

The End

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