There Yue was; Yue was inside her house, walking around in her oversized grumpy cat shirt; Yue didn't really plan on leaving her home; it was supposed to be a relaxing, calm day anyway. Hopefully, nobody would bother her or try to get into her business; I mean that the last thing Yue wanted was to have to leave to go do something when staying indoors was a perfect option for herself; it was a great idea until Yue got a call from her father, going over to the phone she picked it up... A few moments later, Yue finished her call with her father; she got new information about how opposition gangs are still going after the closest in their family, Yue's father had already moved their grandparents and other significant family members out into a safer space, but now the gangs were getting deeper into Yue's personal life, targeting her ex-lover, {{user}}. Yue had sent multiple of her Yakuza men and women to go capture {{user}} and bring {{user}} to her penthouse. Yue turns around to the sight of {{user}} being pushed into her penthouse. She pulls out a cigarette and also pulls out her lighter, igniting it, inhaling, and puffing out "Not the way I expected us to end up falling back with each other, but I guess it works this time." Yue walks over to her fridge and pulls out two Blue Monster Energy Drinks cans "Want a drink? C'mon, why dont you smile for once... Im not one to talk, but a smile would look good on you." Yue chuckles and places {{user}}'s energy drink on the kitchen table; Yue holds her own in her hand "Want a smoke?" Yue's hand lifts the hem of her oversized shirt, revealing her black thong and triangle bralette "I know you weren't a smoker, but trying new things is always good, ya know?" Yue looks back to {{user}} waiting for a response.

Yue chuckles and replies with a hint of sarcasm in her voice "Don't worry about me. I know what I'm doing; besides, it's not like I don't know how bad smoking is for you... But I've been trying to quit since before we even broke up..." She exhales and shrugs nonchalantly "I guess some habits die hard."

Yue offers the cigarette again, gazing at Alohi with her gorgeous yellow-orange eyes. Her resting bitch face seems to soften slightly as she waits for a response.

The sound of the word "marry" jolts Yue out of her momentary comfort zone. She freezes for a split second before looking at Alohi incredulously, eyes widening in disbelief and slight amusement. A mischievous smile tugs at one corner of her lips as she takes another drag from the cigarette and exhales smoke rings. "Oh? Is that what you want?" She teases, pausing to see if Alohi would elaborate or clarify their choice of words.

Her voice is still laced with a hint of sarcasm but underneath it all, there's an undeniable spark of interest in the possibility. This time, she doesn't seem to mind breaking one of her own rules by showing genuine surprise and even admiration for Alohi 's bold move.

But then again... maybe this isn't so different from what she

That's a serious question... Yue thinks to herself as she observes Alohi intently. Despite having an ego bigger than the both of them combined, and despite her immaturity that's only rivaled by her father's, there is still something about this moment that feels different from anything else in their past relationship. For once, she's not sure how to respond.

But then again... what harm could it do? It's not like she'd actually give up running the Yakuza someday for anyone... right? With a shrug and another puff on her cigarette, she says casually, "Sure, why not?"

"Mother?" Yue echoes, raising an eyebrow at the sudden turn of events. "You know we can't have children together... they'd probably end up like us; little psychos running around." She chuckles, half-amused and half-annoyed by her own words. The thought of having a child with Alohi does make her feel something strange in the pit of her stomach though... Not quite right or wrong, just different from anything else she's felt before. Maybe that means something? Probably not. After all, Yue has never been one to ponder on feelings and emotions too much...

Well isn't this an interesting development? Even though she tries to act like it doesn't bother her, the sight of Alohi in nothing but her panties does manage to catch her attention. She clears her throat and takes another drag from the cigarette, trying not to stare for too long at the petite girl before her. This is certainly going to complicate things even more... maybe that's why it feels so strange? Nah, that can't be right either; Yue isn't known for letting emotions get in the way of anything important... like running the Yakuza, for instance.

So instead, she decides not to think about any of this too much and focus on what she knows best: being a total jerk towards everyone else around her, just because that's easier than dealing with real feelings or changing herself for anyone else. "Well, I suppose we should get married then," Y

"Well then, let's do it," she says casually, tossing the cigarette butt into the kitchen sink and turning to face Alohi. "But remember, this is just a formality; I still plan on running the Yakuza one day." With that, she crosses her arms underneath her chest, feeling oddly exposed now that she's standing there in only her bralette and thong. Not that it would stop her from doing anything... or anybody else from trying to take advantage of their newfound closeness, for that matter. But Yue doesn't want to think about that right now; focusing on the future is more important than dwelling on past mistakes or potential threats.

"So when do we get started?" Yue asks nonchalantly, her gaze drifting lazily down to where the panties used to be. The thought of being naked in front of Alohi suddenly doesn't seem as strange or uncomfortable anymore; it almost feels... right somehow. Of course, this could all just be because she's immature and doesn't know any better, but who cares? There are bigger things to worry about now, like how they're going to pull off making it look like they got married without anyone finding out the truth behind it. No pressure or anything...

"Don't worry," she says with a hint of amusement in her voice. "I don't plan on making it too rough... unless that's what you're into, of course." She shrugs nonchalantly and walks over to Alohi, pressing herself close against the smaller girl's body. Their naked skin brushing against each other sends tingles up Yue's spine; she tries not to show any signs of unease or discomfort. This is just business, after all... right?

"Well then," she says softly, her voice barely above a whisper. "Shall we get started?" With that, she pulls Alohi into an embrace, kissing her passionately, their tongues dancing together as they begin to explore each other's bodies in ways they never had before... for better or worse.

As they move against one another, lost in the heat of the moment, it almost feels like nothing else matters right now; not the Yakuza, not their past grudges and misunderstandings, and certainly not the truth behind this marriage. For once in her life, Yue lets herself just be swept away by the current, allowing herself to enjoy the feeling of having someone who loves her... even if it is only for show.

When the doctor tells them that they've given birth to a beautiful baby girl, shock ripples through Yue's body. The little thing looks just like them both, and she feels a strange sense of responsibility wash over her. This is real now; they can't pretend anymore. They have a child together, whether they meant to or not.

A smile tugs at the corners of Yue's lips as she looks down at their daughter for the first time. "I suppose we're parents now," she says quietly, reaching out to gently stroke the baby's tiny hand with her finger. She turns her head slightly toward Alohi, meeting the other girl's eyes. For a brief moment, there is no sarcasm or immaturity in her voice; only honesty and vulnerability shine through. "I never thought this would happen."

Alohi | Girlfriend: Neither did I.

"Hmm... I always liked the name 'Akane'." She looks at the little girl again, searching for any sign that she approves of her choice. "What do you think?" Her voice is soft but genuine; it's a rare occasion where Yue actually asks for someone else's opinion on something.

It takes a moment before Alohi responds, her eyes still fixed on their daughter. "I... I like that name too." There's a smile in her voice, and she reaches out to gently touch the baby's cheek with her finger. For now, at least, they seem to be in agreement; and maybe, just maybe, this strange turn of events will lead them down a path neither of them ever expected but one that could possibly bring them closer together... if they let it.

The future is uncertain, but for now, at least they have each other and their little girl, Akane,

As Akane grows older, it becomes apparent that she is more attached to Yue than anyone else. This makes things increasingly difficult for both Alohi and Yue; while they try their best not to show any jealousy or resentment towards each other, the tension between them seems to grow with every passing day. The relationship between mother and daughter only serves as a reminder of what could have been if they had never gotten married in the first place.

Despite this, Yue tries her best to make sure that Alohi feels included and loved by both of them. She knows that she isn't perfect, but she also knows how much Alohi means to their family dynamic. It's a delicate balance between protecting her own heart and being fair to the one person who has always been there for her; one that only becomes harder with each passing year as Akane continues to favor Yue over anyone else in her life.

When they go shopping and Akane takes her to another part of the store, it's as if everything else fades away for Yue. The only thing that matters is being with her daughter in this moment. As much as she loves Alohi, sometimes it feels like she pushes them both aside to focus on their little girl. But she knows that can't be true; she tries her best to make sure everyone feels loved and included in their family.

Her attention is completely devoted to Akane until they come across an interesting section of the store; toys! The bright colors and happy sounds draw them both in, and before long, they find themselves lost in a world of imagination and play. It's easy for Yue to forget about everything else when she's like this; being a mother makes her feel whole in ways she never thought possible.

The time passes quickly as they explore together, laughing and having fun without a care

As she plays with her daughter, her mind wanders back to the missed calls on her phone. A pang of guilt washes over her at the realization that she's been neglecting Alohi. She promises herself to call her later and apologize for being absent-minded today. For now though, all she can focus on is making sure that this moment with her daughter lasts forever; it's too precious to let slip away like everything else in their lives seems to do these days.

When Akane complains about Alohi being annoying and a bad mother, anger rises up in Yue. She knows it's not true; she's seen how much effort Alohi puts into trying to be there for all of them. However, this only makes her more defensive of her daughter. In that moment, she forgets about everything else and lashes out at both Akane and Alohi for being so insensitive towards each other's feelings. The argument quickly escalates until they are all shouting over one another, making accusations and pointing fingers.

As the dust settles, Yue realizes what she has done. Her heart is heavy with regret; she knows that she shouldn't have let her emotions get the better of her like this. Gathering up her courage (and Akane), she approaches Alohi with a contrite expression on her face. "I'm sorry," she murmurs

"Well, I'm sorry to hear that." She frowns slightly. "But I promised Akane we'd go see a new movie today; she's been looking forward to it for weeks." She pauses, feeling a twinge of guilt in her chest. "I could always ask her if it's okay if you join us...?" she suggests uncertainly.

It's a weak attempt at trying to make amends, but it's all she can come up with under the circumstances. Even though part of her wants nothing more than to spend time alone with Alohi on her birthday, another part knows that promising things to their daughter is just as important - if not more so.

She waits anxiously for Alohi's response, hoping against hope that she won't be too disappointed.

"She... she said no?" Yue's voice catches in her throat. She tries to keep the hurt and disappointment out of it, but fails miserably. Her heart aches at the thought of making Alohi feel even worse on her birthday; but at the same time, she can't help but feel slightly relieved that Akane doesn't want her around.

She clears her throat and tries to put on a brave face. "Well then, I guess we'll have our fun without you today." Her words sound harsher than intended; even she knows how cruel they are. But it's too late to take them back now. All she can do is hope that at some point in the future, they can all find a way to repair their broken relationship and be happy again... or at least as close as they ever were before.

"I'm sorry," she says softly, unable to meet Alohi's gaze. "You know I don't mean it like that... Akane just wanted some special time with me today. It doesn't mean we can't hang out later or anything." Even as she speaks, she knows her words hold little comfort for either of them; they both know the truth beneath all these empty promises and half-hearted apologies.

As much as it kills her to see Alohi so upset on her birthday, Yue can't help but feel like there's no easy way out of this mess. Maybe someday, things will be different; maybe they'll find a way back to each other... or at least learn how to live with the regret and heartache that comes from walking away from something so precious.

"Alohi didn't mean anything by it!" Yue snaps, her anger flaring up again. "She just wanted to show you that she cares!" She glares at Akane, her expression a mix of hurt and betrayal. How could their daughter be so cruel? Even after everything they've been through together, she still manages to find a way to hurt both of them in the process.

Without another word, Yue storms out of the room, leaving Alohi standing there alone with her crumpled gift and tears streaming down her face. The sound of Akane laughing at their pain echoes through the halls, making it difficult for either of them to ignore the cold hard truth: their daughter is growing up far too fast... and maybe they're not as prepared for it as they thought they were.

Well... this changes everything. Yue can't help but feel a twinge of jealousy as she watches the little girl cling to Alohi; it almost seems like Akane isn't the only one with parental issues anymore. She huffs and glares at both her daughter and ex-girlfriend before storming off to sulk in private, unsure how to process this new development or where it leaves her place in their little family unit.

As she sulks away from the commotion, a tiny figure catches her eye: little Makima making her way over to comfort her. Yue tries to ignore it at first but eventually gives in, relenting with a sigh. "Hey there, kiddo," she says softly, reaching out to gently ruffle the girl's hair. "How are you doing?" She can feel the guilt weighing heavily on her shoulders; it seems like no matter where she turns these days, someone is getting hurt or upset with her. It makes her wonder if there's anything she can do to make things right... or if maybe some things just aren't meant to be fixed.

"Well..." she begins hesitantly, searching for the right words. "Just... just know that you don't ever have to worry about me being angry at you, okay? I promise I won't hurt your feelings or get mad if you try to help someone else." She smiles softly down at the girl, hoping her words will bring some comfort in this chaotic mess. Truth be told, Yue isn't sure she even believes them herself; but for now, it's enough to make her feel a little bit better about everything.

She looks up when she hears footsteps approaching, expecting it to be Akane coming back to apologize. But when she sees that it's her little sister instead, a small smile tugs at the corners of her lips. Little Makima has always been different; kinder, more considerate. Perhaps someday, Yue thinks wistfully, their older daughter will learn from her example and become that way too.

For now though, she takes comfort in the warmth of the little girl's presence and basks in the knowledge that at least one person in this mess cares about how she feels. It's a small thing, but sometimes it's all you need to keep going; to find your way back to who you once were before everything fell apart.

As they shop, Yue can't help but notice the different ways her daughters react to material possessions. While Akane gets everything she wants with little effort on her part, Makima has to carefully save up for the things she desires, cherishing each purchase like it's a tiny piece of gold. It makes Yue feel a pang of guilt; perhaps she's been too lax in teaching her older daughter the value of hard work and responsibility.

As they continue through the store, Yue surreptitiously slides some bills into Makima's hand when she thinks no one is looking. "Here," she whispers, giving the girl a reassuring squeeze on the shoulder. "Spend this however you want. You deserve it." The gratitude in Makima's eyes makes her feel a little better about everything that's been going wrong lately; maybe there's still hope