"Welcome Fujiwara-kun! We're glad you accepted the offer" the man whose hands are full of wrinkles said delightedly offering a handshake

"No, sir. Thank you for the opportunity!" Fujiwara said accepting the handshake

"Then, we look forward with you Fujiwara-kun"

"Yes sir" Fujiwara said as he bows to his new boss who's leaving for another appointment. As he walked outside, he was greeted by university students.

Sensei huh, never thought i'd go down this path, is what he says to himself as he continued walking outside the uni.

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Tall buildings

Pedestrian lanes

Traffic lights

Countless strangers in contact

The darkness brought by the sky enhances the life of Tokyo. It's dazzling, so as it's people.

The city is intimidating afterall But adapting is necessary.

"I am not alone" he mumbled as he reached towards his pocket for his dose of nicotine.

"Let's go home" He says to himself

He walked on the sparkling city, blending.

He waited for the green lights with the people.

He matched the pace of the people crossing.

Upon reaching the other side, he went separate ways.

Walking alone towards his new apartment, he saw a shadow.

The shadow formed into something more tangible as he goes nearer.

He realized it belonged to a girl.

As they rode the elevator across each other, he can't help but stare at the girl's back.

Her jet black hair is so short it can barely touch her black shirt.

*Ding* He snapped back to reality when the girl started moving.

He walked with a slow pace like he's taking his time..

Just enjoying the rhythm with the unknown woman.

Then the music stopped as the woman did.

But the music immediately continued as she swiftly face him.

Even though the woman wears a mask, the music played louder and more intense when he heard her voice saying

"Kirei"