not been consecutively flipping her phone open and shut for the past hour or so. It's a nervous tick, okay.

been calling Kaoko for the past hour or so and by the 30th minute, he opted to go for a speedy drive to Hibari's home.

not divulge the details of how he got inside the Hibari home without ringing the doorbell or alarming laser traps and all that.

did try the front door but Kaoko didn't answer it either.

a little underhanded in doing this but is left with no choice. He has to talk to her. For Hibari's sake and maybe for his...

finds himself in front of the Intoccabile's door, brushing his jacket clean in hopes to look a little more respectable than a fungus.

that as is, Kaoko thinks he's much lesser than a worm. Maybe even lower than the fungus that feeds on the worm.

takes a deep breath before knocking at Kaoko's door.

blinks at the knock. She stands up, checks who it is through the peephole--

....What.

not impressed. She swings the door open, lips quirked, one eyebrow raised.

You've got a lot of nerve, coming down here.

"Good evening," entering the room with a bow.

not surprised with the cold welcome.

A visit like this is bound to happen someday. There's a lot of things we need to talk about.

walks over to a chair in front of Kaoko's desk, asking the woman politely as he stands beside it, "May I?"

Well, you're here. Sit where you want.

goes for her comfort spot as soon as she's swept her ash tray and cigarette packs off the desk: the window sill.

quietly sits on the chair before casting a glance at Kaoko controlling his hidden nervousness with casual smile

So, let's get things straight Kaoko.

I know you'd do anything to get me out of your nephew's life.

But what could I do for you so that you'd be right back in his?

And breaking up with him is not an option, Kaoko.

Why are you suddenly bringing this up?

Because I don't like seeing your nephew crying.

Funny. I was under the impression that you did.,

laughs, not slightly offended by that fact, "I know how to distinguish which ones are mine and which ones aren't."

And I believe tonight has your name on it.

Odd. We haven't talked.

Maybe that's the problem. Your last conversation did end quite harsh.

I believe your words still ring in Kyouya's head, Kaoko.

He's dealt with harsh before.

But not like this, Kaoko.

I things this stings a little more especially with the amount of respect and affection he has for you.

I mean thinks... not things.

he broke his cool just there... >A<

keeps his composure and continues, "You're very important to Kyouya. The only person he's proud to call family."

So I hope you can make amends with him.

lights up a cigarette instead of answering.

the lady a moment to reflect before standing up to take his leave.

You and I can talk about our problem later on. For now, I really wish you could talk to Kyouya.

"Good night, Kaoko." taking another bow before leaving the room.

a feeling that she won't be able to get any more work done tonight.