Daichi's face was filled with disbelief.
"What did you say?"
"I didn't kill your parents." Shuhei repeated himself in the same tone.
"You have done such a cruel thing, but you refuse to admit it?" Is someone like you truly that evil?" Daichi screamed angrily. Daichi was about to hit Shuhei when he felt a sharp pain in his leg and dropped to his knees.
"That's not me."
Shrugging in, Shuhei peered at Daichi's right ankle. The scar is still visible because the broken leg was not properly healed.
"Daicchan, your leg doesn't seem to be healing..." Shuhei gently touched the scar.
Shuhei's cautious actions continue to irritate Daichi. He inquired, sarcastically. "Would you like to break it again?"
"No way."
"Why not? You have already done me this much harm; adding one more wouldn't make a difference."
Shuhei didn't respond to Daichi's sarcasm. "You look like an unkempt person," he continued. "Come back home with me, Daicchan."
"What?" Daichi fixed his gaze on Shuhei. "What are you going to do if I refuse?"
Shuhei looked back at Daichi. "Please don't test my patience. Be obedient."
So, despite having fled so far, Daichi was eventually brought back by Shuhei.
•~•
Daichi got so tired on the trip that he dozed off. He was already in a large luxurious room when he awoke.
Daichi got out of bed and walked towards the balcony door. The glass balcony door, adorned with intricate carvings, opened. Daichi's face was immediately hit by a gust of wind.
He was happy because he did not have to work once he awoke, but the bitterness on Daichi's face could not be hidden when he saw that the room he was now in was on a very high floor.
"I am sure I will turn into meat mush if I jump."
Daichi heard a knock at the door. Then a cute young girl in a black and white maid dress with a food trolley walked in.
When she saw Daichi, the girl smiled. "I am glad you woke up. Kindly eat lunch first."
Daichi returned inside, leaving the balcony door open. He did not say anything and just stared at the girl's face.
The girl didn't seem to mind. She introduced herself, still smiling friendly. "My name is Haruka. Shuhei-sama gave me the order to serve you. So if you need anything, don't hesitate to tell me."
"Haruka-san..." Daichi was now standing directly in front of Haruka. "Why do I feel like we are so similar?"
Haruka watched Daichi's face for a moment. Haruka could see the similarities between Daichi and herself, despite the messy appearance of his long hair and thin beard.
"It's true that we have similar looks." Haruka was filled with enthusiasm. "So you must be Daichi Nishiyama, right?"
Daichi was stunned. "Eh, how do you know my name?"
"That is because Shuhei-sama constantly mentions you to me. He always says that my face looks a lot like Daichi's. I'm glad I finally got to meet you in person!"
"Uh..."
Haruka cheerfully drew Daichi into a chair. "Anyway, Daichi-sama, you must first eat. Then I will assist you in cleaning up. I cooked all of this food myself. I hope you enjoy it, Daichi-sama."
Haruka moved the plates from the trolley to the table one by one.
"Enjoy your meal, Daichi-sama!"
•~•
Haruka is completely dedicated to her duties. She kept her word when she said she would help Daichi clean up.
"I can rub your back for you!" Haruka said when Daichi tried to throw her out of the bathroom.
"You don't need to help me shower!"
"Then I will assist you in shaving."
"I can do it myself. Please come out."
Daichi has to throw Haruka out of the room not only when he wants to shower, but also when he wants to change clothes.
"I don't need assistance; I can dress myself!"
Haruka walked away, disappointed. "Okay."
When Daichi finished and exited the changing room, he was astounded to see Haruka preparing the haircut equipment.
"I am pretty good at hair cutting! I will trim your hair, Daichi-sama, so please come here."
When Daichi accepted her assistance this time, Haruka was overjoyed. Haruka gets excited and keeps talking while she cuts Daichi's hair.
"Finished!"
When Daichi looked in the mirror and saw his new look, he became lost in contemplation. Because he lived as Atsushi Kamagawa for more than two years, he had always maintained a messy appearance, so this appearance was a little strange to him.
Haruka was astounded as well. "Whoaah, Daichi-sama, you look amazing! I am envious of your flawless facial features, which perfectly balance handsomeness and beauty." The girl applauded.
"What are you saying? Don't you look good as well? Look at how similar we are!"
"Um, you're right." Haruka averted her gaze. "I have other things to do now. I am going to leave."
Haruka emerged after packing the scissors and cleaning up the remaining hair.
"Wait!"
Daichi catches up to Haruka and prevents her from closing the door.
"What's the matter, Daichi-sama?"
"I want to go out too."
"I am sorry, Daichi-sama, but you can't."
Daichi frowned. "Why?"
"Shuhei-sama has made arrangements for you not to leave the room." Haruka pointed to several people who were standing guard in different corners of the living room and near the exit.
"Please come back inside, Daichi-sama." Haruka shut the door after gently pushing Daichi's body.
Daichi remained motionless as he watched the door close in front of him. He eventually tried to turn the doorknob. "The door is locked."
Daichi had no choice but to spend all of his time in this luxurious room. The size was adequate for him, but the sense of confinement did not make him feel at ease.
“Should I really jump from here…?” Occasionally, Daichi glanced out over the balcony.
•~•
A weary-looking Shuhei arrived as Daichi was finishing his dinner. Shuhei gave Daichi a quick behind-the-back hug after hurling Haruka outside.
"Daicchan~"
"Please move aside; I am eating."
Shuhei ignored Daichi's refusal. He mumbled as he continued to kiss Daichi's hair and ears. "Your hair smells great, and the cut looks good on you."
Daichi responded slightly. "Haruka has great taste."
"Haruka?" Shuhei stopped kissing Daichi's hair and rested his chin on the top of Daichi's head. "Hey, do you wonder why you and Haruka have similar appearances?"
To be honest, Daichi was intrigued, but he was hesitant to think further because he believed it was natural for people to resemble one another. Daichi remained silent and didn't answer Shuhei.
"Hey Daicchan, do you know what Haruka's surname is?"
Daichi still remained silent.
"Her name is Haruka Kamagawa."
Daichi's spoon dropped. "What??"
Shuhei smiled as he rested his chin on the top of Daichi's head. "She is Atsushi Kamagawa's younger sister. You certainly didn't expect this, did you? I'm sure Haruka was surprised when she first saw you because your shabby appearance reminds her of her older brother."