15. Funeral

( THIRD PERSON POV )

The two days have gone by in a flash. Rei didn't go outside and stayed at home reminiscing about his time with Tensei. The day of the funeral came, Rei woke up quickly and got ready. He wore the black suit Shirogana brought him yesterday. Seeing how he looked in front of a mirror, he went down.

He sat on the couch and turned towards the clock. There were still a few minutes left for Shirogana to come. After some time the doorbell rang, Rei got up and went to open the door.

As he opened the door, he noticed two people standing by the doorway. The first person was Shirogana wearing a black suit like him. Behind Shirogana was a lady. She was also wearing a black dress like Rei. In contrast with Shirogana she had long brown hair. She was shorter than Shirogana. She had a well-shaped body and smile plastered on her face. She was easily one of the most beautiful people Rei has ever seen.

Shirogana then greeted Rei, "Good morning Rei. Are you ready to go?."

Rei nodded and greeted back, "Yes Oji-san, I'm ready to go."

Shirogana nodded seeing him already wearing the dress and combed hair. He then introduced the lady behind him, "Good to hear Rei and this is my wife Kamizato Narumi. Narumi this is Rei."

Rei turned his attention towards the woman behind Shirogana and bowed. He then introduced himself, "Hello Naumi-san, my name is Rei toujou. Nice to meet you."

Narumi also bowed a little and said, "Yes nice to meet you too Rei-Kun."

Shirogana nodded and told both of them, "Ok, now that introductions are done. Let's go."

They then went to the car and got inside. Shirogana started the car and drove towards the place where the funeral was taking place. Rei who sat on the back felt the ride was very slow. He leaned towards the window and looked outside to see clouds accumulating in the sky. He slowly started to remember his memories with Tensei.

The car was completely quiet without anyone talking. The car finally reached the site. All three of them got out and moved. Rei moved behind Shirogana quietly without speaking.

Rei felt his legs become heavies as he moved. His heart was beating beyond the normal rate. Sweat slowly accumulated on his forehead. He then saw a group of people surrounding a grave on the path they were moving.

Reaching closer Rei felt his body become heavy. The people made way towards them and they reached the center. Shirogana and Narumi moved towards the side to let Rei have his moment.

Rei was all alone in front of Tensei's grave. He felt as if no one was around him and could only see the grave. Rain slowly drizzled and people took out their umbrellas. Rei's legs trembled as his body started to shake. His knees gave up and he fell on the ground.

Rei's eyes slowly let tears out. He couldn't bear it anymore and cried out lowed. The tears gushed out and flowed without any pause. He bent and kept his forehead on the grave and cried. People slowly started to disperse and go away.

Seeing how Rei was crying Narumi couldn't hold it and wanted to rush towards him. But, she was stopped by Shirogana as Rei needed to be left alone.

Time slowly passed for the three remaining people. The crying stopped and Rei slowly lifted his head. He slowly stood up with difficulty. He turned towards the couple and said, "Let's go back, Oji-san." his eyes were slightly red and were puffed without any life in them.

The three slowly went back towards the car and drove off. Reaching the house Rei got out of the car and slowly went towards his door. Shirogana was following him behind while Narumi stayed back.

Reaching his door Rei turned back and bowed. He then said, "Thank you for organizing the event, Oji-san."

Shirogana showed a thin smile and said, "It's alright Rei I'm here for you. Think about my request. I want you to join our family. We would be really happy."

Rei nodded and replied, "I will think about it Oji-san, and tell you my answer."

Shirogana also nodded and said, "I'll come tomorrow Rei, please tell an answer then."

"Ok Oji-san," Rei replied and went inside the house.

( SHIROGANA POV )

Seeing how Rei was wailing his heart out kneeling in front of Tensei's grave, I felt helpless. I could only stand by the side and give him time and space. I stopped Narumi for the same purpose. Noticing his eyes without any life my heart shook. After reaching home Rei isn't say anything and left the car.

I turned towards Narumi and said, " I will go, you stay in the car."

She nodded and replied, "Yes" staying inside.

I went down and followed Rei. We still didn't talk. Reaching the door Rei turned towards me and bowed a little saying, "Thank you for organizing the event Oji-san."

Seeing him bowing and showing his gratitude a thin smile formed on my face. I just replied, "It's alright Rei I'm here for you. Think about my request. I want you to join our family. We would be really happy."

"I will think about it Oji-san and tell you my answer," replied Rei nodding.

"I'll come tomorrow Rei, please tell me an answer.

"Ok Oji-san," he replied and went inside the house.

I turned around and went back to the car. I sat inside and closed the door.

Narumi then asked me with worry, "How is Shiro? Is he feeling well?"

Seeing how worried she was, I smiled and replied, "He is fine Narumi. He just needs space."

She finally exhaled in relief and asked, "Did you ask him?"

I nodded. She then continued, "You should have asked him afterward he still.."

I cut her in the middle saying, "I know it's just that I want him to be with us."

She just kept her hand on my shoulder and reassured me, "I know how you feel. Tensei was even my friend but let Rei have his space. Just wait he told he would answer by tomorrow right so let it be."

I didn't give a reply and drove off nodding.