Hino always praised how professional he was at keeping his work and private life separate. But ever since Ibuki Sumire came into the picture, he could no longer do that.

'I came here to check on her because I am worried but she seems to be managing just fine.'

After their little intimacy session, Sumire had to leave because her handshake event was starting. He also had some work, but on the way he was passing by where she was holding the event. Before he knew it he was already here.

Yuhi observed the fans carefully. So far there are no signs of any hostile fans, but who knows? He saw with his own eyes how people treat her like some kind of hazard. Even the director who invited her onto the program did nothing to stop that incident with Ayase Fuuko.

Her current status in the entertainment industry is still a wait and see thing. Even if people are not as openly hostile, there are those who are just waiting to see what will happen.

'An idol who has run away from the stage cannot return so easily.' It was something Fuuko told him after the end of the program. Indeed, he can't deny that. But this is Sumire, Sumire is different from all the others. She can convey her emotions in her songs, those strong and powerful emotions. Even those who hate her cannot ignore it.

During the girl's break he made his presence known and found a quiet area behind the wall of trees. Yuhi currently had her pushed against the large tree, his hands on her shirt.

"My dear, what are you doing?"

"Touching."

"But earlier."

"Earlier?"

"We did it." Her cheeks coloured after saying those words and Yuhi looked at her baffled.

Why is she turning sht over that? She was the one who initiated it. Then again sometimes he forgets how clumsy Sumire is when it comes to love. She probably has no idea what it means to desire touching her loved one. Although it does seem like she has desires, she probably finds those feelings strange.

Yuhi cupped her cheeks and leaned down to kiss her pretty lips. He sucked on her lips, and she responded immediately by opening her mouth. Whenever their tongues intertwined like this he can't help but think how good she is at following his lead.

"My dear." Sumire mumbled.

"Hmm?"

"I feel I should work on my stamina more."

"Why?"

"The normal me can't handle your uh."

Yuhi laughed at her words. "Sorry about that." He kissed the top of her forehead lightly. "But now I have stopped restraining myself, it's a bit hard to suddenly hold back."

"Mmm." She buried her face in his chest. "You know I said I don't mind it, but Yuhi-san I have my limits."

"I know, I'm not a beast."

Sumire sighed. "Really? So what are you doing now?"

"Just a little."

She feels so soft, it's nice to touch.

Sumire sighed but wrapped her arms around his neck and mumbled. "I'm all yours."

His eyes widened at those words. "I wasn't going to do anything, but you keep-"

"Mmm, I want to."

Before anything else could happen though Hino suddenly appeared. "Sumire, Sano left you-" Hino paused, seeing him and sighed. "I should have known."

Yuhi shrugged innocently. 'At first it bothered me when I learned Hino liked sumire, even more after Hino kept walking in on them. But that is no longer the case.' He understood Hino very well, the man was not the type of person who would fight for the woman he loves. If the other party wasn't Sumire, he would not like Hino backing down this easily. But Sumire is the one person he cannot give to anybody else.

"What is it?" Yuhi asked when Hino passed Sumire an envelope.

"Oh, just something I asked before." Sumire looked at the documents briefly before she put them away. "Did he only just leave?"

"Yeah."

"Then I will see him for a bit."

Yuhi looked at her surprised. "Huh, weren't you not going to see him?"

"Hmmm, well yeah. But just something." She trailed off and turned to him. She lightly kissed his cheek. "I will save the rest for later Yuhi-san."

With those words the girl quickly left. Yuhi stood there dumbly for a few minutes, before he found himself following after her. It is not like he is worried or anything but he doesn't want her to push herself to deal with Nagawa being unreasonable.

'Your following because you are jealous.' There was a voice inside his head telling him this but Yuhi immediately shook it away. He won't admit that.

Nagawa Sano was there waiting at the end of the corridor.

The moment Sano saw Sumire he pulled her into a hug.

"San, is that person still in the hospital?" Sumire did not waste her time with greetings.

"Yeah."

"Then can you keep him occupied?"

"I'll do whatever you want."

"I'm sorry I can't keep our appointment this week. You seem to be busy so I don't think we can reschedule."

"Mmm."

"Will you reply to my messages? I know you are busy but."

"I'm sorry, I'll try to be more attentive."

"I'm sorry too. You liked the dress?" Sano asked.

Yuhi immediately understood. He thought he hadn't seen the dress she was wearing today before. So it was something Nagawa gave her. This girl she still wore something like that even though he told her before that when guys give gifts there are hidden meanings behind it.

"I do, it's pretty thank you."

"You're not wearing the bracelet."

"I don't want to lose it. I'll wear it if we go somewhere together."

"That would be nice. Hah, I'm too busy."

"Is he working you too hard? Tell me if you need help."

'This is a bit hard to watch. I know she is pretending but she is too good at this.' Then again if the act wasn't good then Nagawa wouldn't fall for it.

His eyes twitched annoyed when he saw the man leaning closer.

"Can I kiss you?"

"No." It was a flat out refusal, but this sudden cold behaviour did not phase Nagawa.

"You're so fussy."

"Kissing is off limits." Sumire said sharply.

"Alright, but can I keep hugging you?"

"Well, that depends too."

"You have too many rules." Sano trailed off. "Is it because Terashima touched you?"

Sumire laughed softly. "Uh you can tell?"

"That's annoying."

'I should be the one annoyed. How dare he hug my wife?' Rather he wanted nothing more than to march up and yank this guy away from her. But that would destroy her plans. Sumire informed him what her next move would be regarding Nagawa.

When he first heard it, it upset him slightly. But after he thought it through Yuhi realized it was the only way. This is the fastest way for them to get intel on that organisation. They have to make use of Nagawa.

"I don't want to go."

"Get a grip, you're a doctor right? You have to work hard."

"That's true. Remember to contact me. If you're too busy I'll go find you."

"That will be a problem, I am busy."

Sano looked frustrated.

"If the opportunity arises, I shall find you instead."

Yuhi rolled his eyes at those words. In other words she won't go see him, because there will be no such opportunity. Sano seemed pleased with that reply since he responded by kissing her deeply.