Chapter 15:

Insoluble questions

After the Limelight: An Unwanted Boom in Fame


"Look Rikki , we need Sariel to sing at the competition," Jun says urgently to me "We can't do this without him. We can't let this opportunity pass us by. We have to find him." His words are filled with conviction and his face is full of determination. 

"It's rikka! "

It's clear he feels responsible for finding Sariel. His determination is contagious and I can't help but be inspired as I looks back at me

"We're going to find Sariel." I feel determined as I take the first steps towards the park. 

My mind is full of all kinds of terrible possibilities, but I try not to let myself dwell on those thoughts too much, instead keeping my eye on the path ahead and focusing on the task at hand. 

I know it's been a hard day so far, but I can't let myself give up or get down.

"We found him," jun whisper to me as we round the corner and finally see Sariel sitting alone in the moonlight. 

We move forward silently, stopping a few steps from where he sits and just taking in the sight of him. I know this must have been a difficult day for him, and I just want him to know that he's loved and that his friends care about him. As jun and i stand there silently facing him, I can see the pain in his eyes and it breaks my heart.

"I wonder what's going on"Jun looks at me intently for a moment, trying to find the right words to say

Finally, he thinks of the perfect thing to say: "Sariel deserves to be on stage as a star rather than being on dark alleys fighting like this."

"Sariel used to be a delinquent, always causing trouble and getting himself into bad situations. He was always fighting and getting into trouble just for fun and it seemed like he couldn't see the consequences of his actions. 

How was his brother kk ew he would be here

He was quite popular right after his debut

Until he messed up on a variety show

This is where sariel met his fans to hand out 

I came over just in case

I won't eat anything else

You'll feel sick if you eat this

Sorry

Don't sorry tome apologize to yourself

Binge eating to relieve stress isn't good for you

It is fine if he enjoyed himself

We are pleased you are safe. Jin's worried about you

If you are full, al better

People bashed me over it 

What if the same thing happens again?

If it happens again, I really will take my own life

No do not say such horrible thing

He's right don't say things like that

I'll be honest, stuff like that could happen again

Bu it's okay 

Rikka is right


He's going after me again


"Everything that's been happening to you is because of me." Sariel's voice is quiet and sad, his eyes gazing down at the ground. 

"I just can't handle all of this!" Sariel exclaims in frustration. His eyes are filled with tears as he tries to explain how he's feeling. He's filled with anger and disgust at himself for everything that has happened, and he's overwhelmed by all of his emotions.

"I never expected that they would go after you because of me," Sariel says tearfully, staring at the ground. He feels so much regret over everything that's happened and all that he's put Rikki through. He never would have imagined that the killer would target her because of him, and the thought of her getting hurt because of him is too much to bear."I just want to escape for this mess"

. "I never intended for you to get hurt because of my actions. I know this doesn't excuse what I've done"

Sariel explains

I feel terrible and that I wish I could take back my past mistakes.i won't asked you to forgive me but I promise to do everything in my power to make up for it and make sure that nothing like this ever happens to you again."

"What are you talking about sariel?" 

"It's my fault that you've been in the limelight." 

what do you mean, it was an accident

Accident? "He started laughing

"What I did by dragging you into this and putting you under the limelight is unforgivable." Sariel says solemnly as he stares at the ground. 

What do you mean by that? Sariel answer me! 

It was when someone pulled me away from them"seems gloomy out here" His manner is dominant and his smile is cocky, which only serves to make him seem more intimidating. I feels completely overwhelmed and doesn't know what to do.

He seems familiar....

That's when I remember this was the guy playing the drums at the stage where I got trip . Does that mean he's one of the member of amatune? 

"What do you think you're doing Aki! "Jun asked with his usual sleepy expression and voice as he run towards us

Jun attacks aki with a kick, but aki effortlessly dodges the kick and smiles at him. Jun is taken aback by Aki's incredible reaction time and skill in evading his attack. 

Jun is stunned and taken aback for just a moment before he rubbed his eyes and yawned

 I was impressed by his prowess and agility. He quickly recovers his composure and smiles back, but this time there's a hint of admiration in his eyes for the way akis was able to avoid and dodge his attack so gracefully

I'm curious about this girl named Rikka, and I'd like to take her out on a date." Aki says in a relaxed and casual tone, his eyes focused intently on Rikka and full of curiosity and interest

"Oh this girl named Rikka? Yeah, she's really cool and seems like a really fun person! 

He seems to be watching me closely and analyzing my movements and reactions as he speaks. His tone is friendly and casual, but there's an intensity to his eyes that suggests a certain level of interest. 

Aki drags me to his car leaving sariel and Jun speechless. I shocked and amazed by how easily Aki was able to sweep me off my feet and get her into his car.

He seems to be very sure of himself and what he wants.

I feels totally helpless in his grip, but I'm also a bit intrigued by his boldness and determination. I never come across anyone who's been so direct and forceful but I'm completely shocked and overwhelmed by Aki's confidence. He seems to have no shame in displaying his interest and isn't afraid to be bold and forceful in getting what he wants. 

I feel helpless in his grip, and I'm honestly shocked and impressed at how easily he seems to have swept me off my feet and into his car. I'm not sure what it is about him that's so attractive, but I'm definitely intrigued by the way he's taken charge and just gone for what he wants without any hesitation or shame.

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