KICKING AKIRA

Hanae was startled, but she was adaptable. She turned to face the frowning Seiji with a serene expression that did not betray her internal turmoil. She looked composed and relaxed, contrary to her earlier ugly appearance. 

"I was coming to tell Grandpa Yamazaki and Akira that we have moved outside to start the barbeque. But I heard the music, and I did not want to interrupt." She explained helplessly. 

Seiji looked at his cousin with more suspicion. She looked like she meant what she was saying. However, he was not trusting. He did not believe that people can change. The only thing that they could do was cover up who they were inside. 

But it was not his place to expose Hanae. 

"You can go back. I will call Akira and Grandpa." Seiji said.