Chapter Three (Closure)

[Akirapryde]

Alice glanced around before speaking. Her eyes fell upon Eric as she tried to figure out which advice to give. Not wanting to step on Eric's toes, she chose her statement carefully. "Jake, it is clear that Kimiko trusts you. Or at least has some degree of attraction towards you. Remain close to her and speak thoughtfully. Don't do anything that will allow others to attack her choice in you or cause her to have doubt in that choice. This is the best advice I can give you. Those around her will see your presence as threatening to them or their agenda."

Once she was finished, she turned to Eric in hopes of gaining his approval for what she said.