Chapter 499 - COMPLICATED FEELINGS (1/2)

When evening came, Akira declined the offer from her father to stay for dinner. She had already heard his hints. He wanted her to move back to the mansion because he thought it was the best place for her. Like others, he believed that Kaito had abandoned her.

He did not know the back story behind Kaito's disappearance and the sudden announcement by Takahashi Corporation of his departure from Mountain Ridge. However, he believed that the drama that had occurred and the suffering his daughter had probably experienced was Kaito's fault.

He believed that he would only feel at peace if Akira was home.

Of course, he also felt a little lonely. In the past, his home was not rowdy, but he always had a few people around. Unfortunately, he did not have a wife anymore. And his children did not come around to visit him anymore.

His eldest son had left Mountain Ridge after the divorce with Chiharu. The blow to his views was too heavy after discovering that his love was a result of deep manipulation. He had also voluntarily admitted his wrongdoings to the university instead of waiting for an investigation.

After that, he left Mountain Ridge without another word.

The only thing that Daiki could do was to send someone to follow him secretly in case he got into trouble. He did not plan on interfering with his son's life for the moment. He needed to wait until Kazuo healed from the heartbreak.

As for his second son, the situation made Daiki even sadder.

Seiji was in Mountain Ridge, but they did not see each other often because their normal lives did not cross paths. His second son only came to check in occasionally, but he had taken up too many projects at the research institute.

All in all, Daiki was alone and lonely.

The only time he could enjoy familial companionship was when he visited his father. But all they did was play Go. It made Daiki, who believed he was still relatively young, become even more depressed. As for Isami and his family, they were almost always busy.

With the twins starting a career in the entertainment industry, the entire family was focused on them. Nanase and Isami took turns to take the girls to their music practice as organised by Double M. Also, they supervised their schoolwork to prevent mistakes during the final period.

”I will come and stay over later,” Akira said after seeing the sad expression on her father's face.

”You are still my little daughter. You do not have to leave. You can even bring that person to stay over here if you are not willing to part.” Daiki was not willing to give up.

Akira laughed. ”I will think about it. But for now, I have some things to handle. Don't worry. I will be staying in Mountain Ridge for the foreseeable future.”

”Alright, then. I will look forward to your next visit.” Daiki finally surrendered.

With that, Akira and Taiki left the property. On the drive back, Taiki looked at Akira who had a tight frown on her face.

”Are you thinking of staying with your father?” He asked.