“Will y’all join us for the little after-party we’re having for the cast?” Taylor asks with hopeful expectation to us and Mrs. Takeda, who’s already declining.
“My lovely daughters will.” She says, nodding firmly in our direction. I have an early flight tomorrow with friends for a little jaunt over to Singapore.
After giving us hugs, she’s on her way, leaving Ev and me to enjoy the evening with a new, unexpected opportunity for fun or escape.
“I promised to be good.” I murmur to Ev as we make our way down to the car waiting for us.
Hisashi took Taylor backstage to congratulate the cast and crew. “We’ll meet you there. I forwarded the driver the directions.”
“Me too.” Ev sighs. “We’ve already started trying.”
“Do you regret it?” Worried, I look at her, remembering how just the other day she was in tears over Riyu’s thoughtless words.
“Ugh, no, well not really. He apologized right away.” She lowers her voice as the driver, with his cap pulled low, opens the door for us.
“Then did you feel like it wasn’t sincere?” Frowning, I adjust my kimono.
“He was sincere. Being with men like them is not easy, as you well know.” She eyes me knowingly.
“You got that right.” I huff a laugh thinking of the chopsticks Takashi wore tonight in his hair.
The car takes off, moving smoothly into traffic.
Me:How is everything?
Ti: Everything is under control. Will be home soon.
Me: kk
Ti: where are you?
Me: otw to the afterparty. Hisashi and Taylor invited us.
Ti:…
Me: Are you mad?
Ti: Of course not. Have fun.
Me :
Ti:
Me:
Ti: You’re going to play for that little wife
Me: I hope so
Ti. …
Ti: Bridget?
Me: Yes
Ti: Bridget??
Me: Yes, Ti?
