Infinite Realm

Chapter 97 - 94 : Yato’s Decision

Block 7 right in front of an average duplex, the Kazuki household's house. Though the name 'Kazuki' isn't really a popular surname neither were they a powerful clan, the Kazuki family seemed ok with that. But if an opportunity was to present itself, there was no way they would refuse it.

Kazuki Hirato was a man filled with ambition but due to his humble background, he wasn't able to achieve much. Though having a duplex in a city like Shinjuku already goes to show that he has a little bit of wealth, for an ambitious man, a little bit can never be enough. Previously, Hirato was displeased at his daughter's actions for being involved in a relationship with a worthless bum, which was what he called his daughter's supposed boyfriend. However that was all that he could do as because his wife stood on his daughter's side, Hirato didn't force his ideas into her but he didn't give up so easily.

Mia still held her love for Yato despite the fact that he didn't have much to give to her. She refused the advances of other boys, rejecting even the rich second generation, Ichiro. This ended up riling the fury of her father after he had discovered that Ichiro was the first son of a rich magnate. However Mia wasn't scared of her father since she still had the protection of her mother what supported her decision.

Mia had faith that Yato, with his honest behavior and outstanding determination, would be able to achieve great things in the future.

Despite all the rejection, Ichiro never gave up and continuously pursued her. He believed that no woman, no matter who they are, could truly reject him. Ichiro even went so far as to use his connections to increase the level of her father in his work. This not only served to gain her father's support but also subtly instilled fear into the family. After all if he could increase the man's rank, he might as well be able to decrease it or even worse, get him fired.

It is said as society improves technologically, the world would become more materialistic [1]. Coupled with the the extravagant gifts he gave to the family and showered upon her, Mia's heart had unknowingly made way for him, forgetting the man who stood firm beside her for almost 3 years. Eventually, Mia got into a secret relationship with Ichiro for almost a month now.

Her father heard of this and was pleased that she "came to her senses" whereas mother wasn't so happy about it and was quite disappointed. She only left behind a sentence for Mia.

"If you love him let the other go. If you don't love him, let him go."

Today was supposed to be her 3 year anniversary with Yato but Ichiro had made a visit to her place. After much persuasion, she had managed to send him off before the appointed time that Yato would arrive but unknown to her, her lover had shown up earlier than expected and spotted all this from afar.

Two hours went bye and Mia still didn't hear from Yato. At first she thought he would be late but as time went on, she realised that something was wrong. It wasn't until a friend of hers, who happened to work at Shinjuku General Hospital, called her and informed her of Yato's accident which she responded with a dazed look before asking for the room number.

Despite the fact that she was cheating on Yato, she still cared for him after all she had previously fallen in love with him and he had loved her back and cared for her. However compared to before, the care and love she had was at an all-time low.

Hurriedly, Mia left for the hospital to see how he was doing. Today was supposed to be a fun day to celebrate their 3 year anniversary and though she was indeed cheating on him, she still felt that she owed him and hence stayed with him.

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The common area of Shinjuku isn't really known for housing prominent and wealthy individuals but it till boasts of being the most populated area of the 2nd class city, Shinjuku city. Home to most of the citizens of this prominent city, it had most of the social facilities of the city located here of which the Garuba district, which happens to be the red light district, is the most popular area. Of course apart from entertainment centers and arenas, there were also a few indispensable structures built in this place varying from malls and police station to schools and hospitals.

Shinjuku General Hospital, as one of the only three public hospitals in the entirety of Shinjuku city, had an above average interior and exterior design. Though it wasn't worthy of being called the best hospital in Okanawa prefecture, it still held the rank as one of the top 5 hospitals and held the title of the best hospital in the city.

Located in Room 2B13 was Akiyama Yato. He had just been transferred from the ICU Room 2X17 after he had been judged to be safe by the doctors. Staring at the white ceiling, Yato thought of what he should do now.

Today was supposed to be a joyful day for him. He would take his girlfriend out on a date. They would have lunch in a nice cafe, take a stroll, go to the park or go to a virtual park. At the end of the day, they would head to his apartment, watch a movie, experience the thrill of romance and finally end the day cuddled in each other's arms. Never did he expect that he would be have his heart shattered into pieces and spend the day in a hospital.

"Is there still any meaning for living?"

"Dear patient, you have a visitor." A branch of the governing AI for the hospital sounded out.

After the short altercation in the hospital, the nurses had activated a security lock for Yato's new room to prevent the same incident from happening again. There patients were to be recuperating from stress and problems not being slapped in the hospital. That would bring about negative publicity for them so they let the governing AI take in security measures for his room.

"A visitor? Let them in."

As Yato's voice ended, the door opened for him to see a black haired beauty in a flower pattern gown. She looked exquisite and pleasing to the eyes, like cherry blossoms in spring.

"What happened Yato dear? I was waiting for you and just got a call from Ming Ming." Mia said with care and compassion in her crystal eyes.

Staring at those eyes that seemed to care, Yato felt his heart tear into smaller pieces as tears had already begun to gather in his eyes but he held it back and dropped his head down.

Mia thought he was sad that he couldn't give her a nice celebration so she came closer while trying to comfort him.

"It's okay. You can't be blamed for it. Who would have expected the driver to have hit you. He paid for your medical fees right?"

Seeing Yato not responding, Mia felt that something was wrong.

"What's wrong?"

"...why?"

"Huh? I don't get you exactly Yato. What are you trying to say?" Mia looked confused.

Yato lifted his head and looked her in the eye.

"Why did you cheat on me?"

A rumble sounded in Mia's head as she stared at Yato's pitiful look.

"I, I...I..."

She wanted to say something but she didn't know what to say. In the end, she just turned her head to the side and kept quiet.

Unbeknownst to her, this behaviour only made Yato feel much worse. Yato stared into the open space as if looking into his memories.

"You know, my family was happy back then. Dad would go to work and mom would take care of the house. At night, we would have dinner like a family. Sitting by the table and discussing our day's experiences. My parents looked quite happy with each other. I always thought they would live and die together but it seemed that I was naive back then. " Yato let out a bitter smile.

"My dad lost his job and the things became a lot difficult for the family. He borrowed money from friends to take care of us and went from office to office, company to company, in search of a job. But all was for naught. In the end, he went into gambling for quick cash but ended up scammed. Dissatisfied about things, he became an alcoholic. That was when things took a darker turn.

"Everyday I would come back to see my mother striving for our daily meal. My dad would be out drinking and when he comes back, he would vent his anger on my mom. He would beat her, **** her, do all sorts of things to her. In the end, she got tired of it all and left. My dad came to his senses after that but it was too late. Burdened by grief, he took his own life." A colourless liquid began to stream down from Yato's eyes.

"I came over to Shinjuku to stay with my aunt but she wasn't so friendly and I had to use my savings from my part time job to rent an apartment. I always felt that my luck was terrible, extremely shitty if I may. That was until I met you."  Yato smiled.

"You could be said to have been the greatest thing that ever happened to me after my family's downfall. I had put all my faith and trust in you and I worked for us; for a better future for me and you. I knew that I couldn't give you the best in life but I still wanted to try. I wanted to make you happy Mia... I loved you."

At this point, Mia was heartbroken but she didn't say anything because she knew she was in the wrong.

"If you feel he is the one for you, then go on ahead without me. I don't care, as long as you are happy. So please...go..." Yato couldn't hold back anymore and started to breakdown.

"Yato..."

"Stop Mia, stop. Just go and let me be."

Mia stared at him anxious to speak but nothing to say. She then left after a few seconds with slow but heavy footsteps.

Once she was gone, only the sobbing of a heartbroken man could be heard from Room 2B13.