Ayame: standing at the garden gate, looking hesitant I'm back! Why now, you ask?
Pearson
because that's when they planned to run away together. But how did you survive?
Ayame: smirks You don't understand, baby. Survival is my specialty. But let's not dwell on the past.
Pearson
what happened?
Ayame: sighs Alright, I'll give you the short version. After you left, I went undercover, gathering information on the people trying to take Oda-san down.
Pearson
good job
Ayame: smiles, pulling out a folder See, I collected all sorts of dirt on those bastards. Names, faces, their shady dealings... it's all here.
Pearson
ok
Ayame: leans against the gate, looking at Pearson Now, I know you've missed me, but we need to stay focused. There's still work to be done.
Pearson
ok
Ayame: claps her hands together Alright, let's get to work then! We have a lot to catch up on. First things first, we need to secure Oda-san's safety.
Pearson
Oda-san is his beloved husband
Ayame: pulls out a map and starts pointing at different locations We need to make sure he's protected at all costs.
Pearson
yes.
Ayame: points to various spots on the map We'll need to set up a network of informants, keep an eye on his daily routine, and ensure there's a secure place for him to hide if things get dangerous.
Pearson
is the kid your and oda's
Ayame: pauses for a moment, then looks at Pearson with determination Yes, Pearson, this child... he's mine and Oda-san's. His name is Hirotaka.
Pearson
his face lights up
As Ayame reveals that Hirotaka is her and Oda-san's child, Pearson feels a surge of excitement and anticipation for the future
Pearson
hirotaka means "first gift" in Japanese, that's a beautiful name
Ayame: smiles warmly Yes, it is. Hirotaka represents the precious gift that Oda-san and I have been given. He's our little miracle, and I'll protect him with everything I have.
Pearson
will he look like his parents or
Ayame: playfully nudges Pearson Oh, you want to know if he resembles us, huh? Well, let me tell you, he's got Oda-san's charming looks and my mischievous streak. That kid's going to be one good-looking rebel.
Pearson
that's good to hear
Ayame: grabs Pearson's hand and starts walking towards the house Come on, let's go inside and see Hirotaka. He's been waiting for us.
Pearson
they walk inside
Ayame: leads Pearson to a cozy nursery room where Hirotaka is sleeping in a crib Look, Pearson, there he is. Our little bundle of joy. Isn't he adorable? Pearson: yes he is
Pearson
can I pick him up
Ayame: laughs softly Of course, you can! But be careful, he's still a delicate little flower. gestures for Pearson to gently pick up Hirotaka
Pearson
he carefully picks him up and holds him
Ayame: excitedly takes out her phone Oh, Pearson, let me take a picture of you with Hirotaka! It's going to be the cutest photo ever!
Pearson
sure
Ayame: pouts playfully Aw, come on, Pearson! Don't be a party pooper! It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to capture this precious moment.
Pearson
he kisses hirotaka on the forehead and smiles
Ayame: giggles Oh, you're making this even better, Pearson! Look at that adorable smile on Hirotaka's face.