Wooh boy. Never in a million years would I ever thought that I would write these two series. I have always been a fan of the music industry and wrote some songs (that never went public for particular reasons), and the story of two idol groups just sprung to me. Love Live and Love Live Sunshine were the first school anime/manga that I have ever watched/read, and now that I'm writing a story it feels great. Since I'm planning on going through the whole story based on the anime, and I'm not in the mood to make two separate series, I plan to write this like your classic episode of Arrow on the CW. Arrow had an interesting plot of going back and forth in time to the point of view of Oliver Queen, just like what we are going to do with our OC, Narukami Sho. A retired singer who at the beginning of his career, helped Muse through their most desperate times, and at the end helped Aqours. Before we begin, I would like to say, the disclaimer. I do not own both series or the lyrics that Sho will be singing. The songs that he will sing will be from the Yakuza karaoke sections and original music from Natewantstobattle! Also, the lyrics will be in the language that the song originated so there will be a lot of Romaji lyrics. I can't translate properly.

(Burbank Airport) (Time 11:47 PM PST)

*Ring Ring*

*Ring RIng*

"Is that my phone? I thought I turned it off. Oh well, must be important if someone's calling this late."

"Hello? This is Nathan Sharp speaking. Who may this be? Ah, Lucius! It's quite late… How may I help you? Huh? You want me to come back? Sorry, but I can't. My flight to Japan is leaving soon, and I don't plan on coming back. Yes, I know The contract also states that I could leave at any given time. You shouldn't have put that in there, but then I would've never had accepted. I like my freedom you know. Ahuh. I know I was really popular everywhere, but I want to enjoy life in my hometown with my family and friends. However, I would like to thank you for your time in managing me and all the resources that you put for me, but I can't work anymore. I loved my time at Give Hearts Studios, but you should understand. I got to go. I'm heading to the security station at the airport. Goodbye and again, it was great meeting you."

I quickly hung up my phone and muted it before heading off to the security check. While I get my whole body scanned by X-rays, might as well tell you a bit about myself. As you probably heard by our conversation my name is Nathan Sharp. Welp, my American and stage name that I had during my time as a singer. Well, you also found out that I just retired from my career. I'm still young, I mean… I'm only 17 years old, and I'm transferring for my Junior or second year (in Japan) in high school. My situation was kinda complicated, so I decided to quit for the moment and move back with my parents back in Japan just until I get my stuff back together.

"Going back home. Seeing mom and dad. Seeing Chika and You again. It feels great. I wonder how they're doing anyway? Last time we talked it sounded like Chika wanted to become a school idol. She was freaking out about Honoka and Kotori or something. Man, that girl has the wildest dreams. Reminds me of someone... Actually… This all sounds like a dream."

"Flight 1137 to Tokyo, Japan is preparing for boarding. Please have your tickets out as we're about to call in A's first."

*Buzz Buzz*

*Buzz Buzz*

"Another caller? It's late. Oh wait, it's Andrew. Maybe he's with Matthew and Neptune." I pick up the phone as I wait patiently in line. "Hello, Andrew?"

"Sorry, try again Nathan!" This soft and cheery voice. This is definitely Neptune. She, Matthew, and Andrew are good friends of mine during my time here in America. They helped me make songs, and it was great. Too bad that they couldn't come with me.

"Hello, Neptune. Did you steak Andrew's phone again?" She has a knack for messing around with other people's stuff. I'm glad that her boyfriend Matthew will be keeping her in line for the time being.

"Yepuronni! I'm at his house with Matthew and Andrew for a little get together. It's going to be less boring without you."

I noticed that I'm the next in line as I swiftly gave the person at the counter my ticket and boarded the plane.

"Anyways, Nathan. Matthew didn't have a chance to say goodbye yet, so I'm passing the baton to him."

"Hello, Nathan? It's Matthew."

"Hey, Matthew. It's going to be boring without dueling you online. You seriously have good skills. But, you're a great dude and thanks for always having my back."

"Hey, this is MY goodbye to you, Nathan. I'm the one who's supposed to say the mushy stuff and you just stole my spotlight. What kind of friend are you?" Matthew joked.

"The one that will always keep in touch. That's for sure."

The monitor turns on as an announcement is being made.

"Hello, this is your captain speaking… Our flight for Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan is about to take off. I ask that all of you turn off your electrical devices and put on your seatbelts."

"Hey, Matthew. I gotta go. I hope to see you again when I visit America."

"I'll be waiting Nathan."

I quickly turn off my phone and closed my eyes after checking my watch, "And the flight home begins."

A day later…

I get out of a taxi to a small house with a huge smile on my face as I slowly pull my luggage to the door and opens it.

"I'm home!"

I take off my shoes to see my parents standing in front of me with tears. I was also very teary, I mean sure I kept in touch with them and saw them during the holidays but those times were always short in my opinion, and I ran to hug them parents after haven't seen them for over a year. Oh yeah. I never actually told you my name. Silly me. My real and Japanese name is Narukami Sho. My dad's name is Narukami Akira and my mom's name is Narukami Makoto. They named me Sho because my lovely and sometimes loud voice is like lightning and my personal love for music.

My mom was the first to speak. "My b-boy. My beautiful boy… Welcome home!" She's a housewife and has always been the most emotional one in the whole family. She loves to ramble on and on about stuff, but she knows

My dad looked at me with a small smile. "Welcome back kid." He's a well-respected prosecutor for his age, but he barely talks, and he loves to keep things short, sweet, and straight to the point.

"I'm back. And I'm here to stay. I just hope I'll have fun without making music."

My mother had a troubled look as she looked at me. I didn't understand why she was a bit uneasy, but I just kept quiet. "I hope so, dear. Are you sure, you're alright? You look tired."

"It's fine mom. I'm still tired from the flight. Unfortunately, I'm required to go to the hospital later. Something about a medical issue when it comes to transfers. It's nothing serious."

Sho's dad reassured his wife and smiles, "Well ok then. Go upstairs and put away your stuff. I'm pretty sure that You is at Chika's house."

Hearing my friend's names made me perked up a bit as I rush to I room and neatly arranges all of my belongings. My room was the average, bed in the corner next to a desk with a gaming computer that I bought from America. I had a dresser on the other side of the room under some anime posters that I bought at Anime Expo. I also set up my electric and bass guitars that were delivered the previous day. After I finished setting everything, I quickly get into my casual attire of a black shirt under a black jacket and a pair of jeans as I walk out the house yelling, "I'm off!"

I looked into my backpack plans on what to give to Chika and You. Back then before I came back. My nice side said "Screw it! I'm a horrible friend if I don't bring them a gift! Buy them something American and relatable to their interests!" Before I left, I just so happened to see a sailor uniform which was a school uniform for girls in a private school hanging around of one of those shops in downtown LA, and if I remembered correctly, You loved that kind of stuff. I, unfortunately, had a bit hard time picking out the size and I just made a guess based on memory. Boy, girls were staring daggers at me that day. "You better be glad You!" The other gift is a poster signed by the school idol group µ's which was actually a farewell present from them to me. During my small career, I actually got to know them right before they started. I had to leave for America after they won the first Love Live though. Counting my footsteps, I nervously walked to my neighbor's house and looked over to see someone was moving in… Oh well. I'll greet them soon, but right now, my hardest trial is Chika and You. They can be pretty emotional.

"Okay, Sho. This is normal when I come to visit. Be calm, be polite, think carefully to make things last longer and don't make things awkward… Crap baskets. I am panicking again. Oh well, the inn is open, maybe I'll say high to Shima first."

I walk to the door and opened it quietly and I was hit with a huge sense of nostalgia. Man, Shima's cooking smelled the same. Just thinking about it gets my mouth all watery, but I stopped myself. I look up to see Shima doing the dishes as she looked up at me.

"Welcome! Huh, Sho?" I wasn't surprised to see Shima right behind the counter. I also wasn't surprised to see that she had a shocked look on her face. "You're back from America?!"

"You got that right Shima. Just came back like an hour ago." It feels great talking to my old friends again.

"That's surprising. I wish you told us, you were coming back, we would have prepared something for you." Same old Shima. So nice and polite. She's also a hard worker, having to look after the inn and her family at the same time. It must be stressful. She's the ideal sister to have and she hasn't changed in years.

"Nah, don't worry. I didn't want to trouble you guys. You're looking for the inn after all." It's the truth. I didn't want to be a hassle to them because I knew just how much they worked even back then before I left.

"It's fine. You're like a second family to us. Mito! Can you come here for a second?"

"What's wrong, Shima?" Mito came out from behind the banner as we saw each other.

"Yo Mito. Imma back from America. How's it going over here?" Mito hasn't changed a bit. Sure, she's a hard worker, but I'm willing to bet 10,000 yen that she was just in front of the tv with a pudding cup in her hand.

"Sho? Well, things are well here. How long are you planning to stay here?"

"I'm not leaving. I'm staying here for as long as I want."

Mito was confused by my statement. "What about your career as a singer? Don't you have to be in America because of your producer?"

"Nah. I retired from singing for now. I want to finish high school and college first."

"That's surprising coming from you. Anyways, you should hurry and say hi to Chika. She's in her room with You" Mito said with a small smirk. She knows what I'm in for.

Shima follows. "I'll bring tea in a second. They'll be excited to hear that your back."

"Yeah. Thanks, Shima."

I quickly dash to Chika's room. Why'll I fear them being emotional, I still missed them. I sucked it up as I knocked the door. I then heard Chika's voice. "What is it Mito?" Chika opens the door to see standing there smiling widely once again seeing my old friend. She seems shorter than I remember. Maybe I grew while in America.

"Nope, I'm not your sister Chika. I'm just your neighbor, Sho. Remember me?"

Chika is taken back as You stands up who both had a shocked face. They both recovered quickly. You were the first to speak. "S-Sho. Welcome back!"

Chika followed up. "It's good to see you! Hope you didn't miss us too much?"

So my parents told them at least. Well, that saves me some pain. "Nah, I didn't. (Chika made a fake pouty face.) It was fun. I brought gifts for you guys while I was gone. Can I come inside?"

Chika welcomes me to her room which had a bunch of µ's posters. "I see you're a fan of µ's. I figure it's the same for you, You?"

We all giggled when I said that. That used to be a running joke that I made when we were kids. Saying you as in you and then You's name. It was a bad joke, but it made a lot of memories.

Chika had her eyes glowing looking at my backpack. "So, what did you bring us? It better not be another cabbage like last Christmas. That was lame!"

"Chika, THAT joke is a bit old. Even I have gotten bored of it." Thank god, that You was the mature one here.

I sighed at that comment. It wasn't my actual present towards them, it was meant to be a joke, but every video call we had, she always talked about the cabbage. "It's fine You. I'm used to it by now. But, because of that, you get your present later Chika."

"Oh c'mon, Sho! It's a joke."

"Whatever Chika. Anyway's You. You're first. This was a pain in the butt to bring, but there was this store that sold uniforms for girls at private schools in America, (You starts to get excited) so I got you a type of sailor uniform that I think will look good on you." I pulled out the uniform from my backpack to see it wasn't wrinkled in the slightest and handed it to You. Her eyes were sparkling as she unfolded the clothes. "I had a hard time finding to see if this size fitted you or not."

You quickly dashes out of the room, presumably to bathroom to change. Shime came in a bit later with green tea and snacks while Chika and I had small talk about what's going on. Feels good to be back. I look at the µ's photo and I thought about when I've moving away.

*Flashback

(Five years ago)

I'm walking out of the train into the busy streets of Akihabara. I have been working as an at home musician, with little true experience in the music industry. I have been writing and singing English dub of modern anime openings on YouTube, and I had gotten quite the number of followers, and apparently, that caught the attention of a famous music producer, Manabe Kanji, who I have been working with for a bit. Due to his busy schedule, I had to move away from home to Akihabara to actually work in his studio to see my progress as a singer. I supposed to meet with him today for a lunch meeting, and the place where he asked me to meet was a maid café called Minalinsky. Supposedly there is a famous maid over there that he wanted to see. Guess I should just see for myself.

A couple of minute passes and I see the place. Minalinsky looked like a pleasant spot, but it was a bit weird to talk about business at a maid cafe. It's my first time at a place like this, so I had no idea what maid cafés are about, but some anime had some maid café scenes, so maybe I'm not completely clueless. I walk into the store, and I was introduced by a grey-haired girl in the standard maid's outfit. She looked older than me, but she still looked adorable in my eyes. She saw me and greeted me with a bow, "Welcome back, master!"

How do I respond like a normal person with a pretty girl in front me? Act normal! ACT NORMAL! "Oh, um yes. T-Thank you. Um, this is my first time here, and I'm supposed to be meeting someone here." Damn it! I can't keep this up for long. I don't know how to think straight, right now! C'mon brain, you useless piece of crap! Work with me!

She looked at me, and anyone can see that I'm sweating bullets. She quickly comforts me. "O-oh! This is your first time? I can see why you're so nervous now. Don't worry. This place is just a normal cafe. As for the person, is that the one?" She points to the person with a black collared shirt and white pants, as I nod quietly. "Ok then. Follow me, master."

This girl's pleasant nature is actually helping calm my nerves. As I follow her to the table, my train of thought is coming back. Thank God almighty. After she comes to our table, she bows to me before rushing off to helping the next guest. I stare at her for a bit as I'm lost in another world. Wonder what her name is.

"Narukami-san?" I jump a bit before look at the director.

"Ah, I apologize sir! I was lost in thought." He stands and I shakes his hands before he shows that I can sit. "Sir, if I may ask? Is this an appropriate place to be discussing business?"

"Narukami-san, this place is just a normal cafe with additional benefits to the service that they provide. It'll be fine, but let's wind down first. I just want to see how you feel before we actually get to business."

"Of course sir. I should've realized."

The same grey-haired girl comes back as we take our order before we continue talking.

"So, Narukami-san. I remember from a phone call that you been writing a song. Can you tell me a bit about it."

"I just have a title for it at the moment and some lyrics. It's nothing at the moment."

"Oh? Pray tell. What is this name of the song at least?" He seems pretty interested in my music.

"I named it Baka Mitai. The song is about someone who's made mistakes in the past so deep that he suffers from the pain for many years. Using this context, I had planned to make it a slow and sad song as a way to captivate people as I'm pretty sure it can relate to some people." I'm really getting into the mood of talking about music and rambled on for quite a bit while the director had an amused face as I rambled on until the food came. That's when he changed the subject.

"So, Narukami-san. Have you adjusted to living in Akihabara?"

"It's a bit hard at the moment, but I'm getting used to it. Across the street is a sweets shop called Homura, and they're nice to me. I heard that they had two daughters but I never actually met them. It's actually a bit lonely."

"That's perfectly understandable Narukami-san! It's always hard leaving family, but you're at a young age, and it's a bit harder. You haven't fully matured yet and now your working at a full-time job in the music industry. I could tell that you were struggling when you were singing for your new albums. If you need help, you can talk to me."

"Thank you, sir. You've been very patient with me, and I like to thank you very much for your troubles."

"It was no problem Narukami-san. I'm just glad to see you a bit more perked up than usual. Is it because of that maid over there?" He points to the grey-haired maid that helped me earlier.

"Well..."

"Remember when I said that I came here to see the famous maid that worked here."

"Wait don't tell me…"

"That's right. That girl is famous at this place. She's known as a "Legendary Maid" due to her kindness, cuteness, and soft voice."

"I can see that actually being true. She's amazing. She looks like a high school student though."

"Same here. I don't know anything else about her except her title and that she's famous. Not getting a crush are we?"

That last statement caught me off guard. I honestly was not expecting that out of Sanji-san. "Huh? W-What did you say? A-A c-crush? N-No way, Kanji-san!"

He's definitely messing with me. "That reaction said otherwise. That's the first time you ever called me Kanji, Sho-San!" I quickly messed and tried to apologize, but he stops me. "If we're going to work together, we should be okay with each other first. We should call each other by our first names." His logic seemed correct, so I quickly nodded. "Great, Sho-san!"

"I-It's a pleasure, Kanji-San." He quickly pays for the meal as the maids all said "Thank you masters!" as we left the cafe. Kanji-san had to leave soon afterward so we said bye and as soon as he left, I see the girl from earlier. It looks like she just got off her shift as I run to greet her.

"Oh, you're from earlier. How was your first time at a maid cafe, master?"

"Heh, it was an enjoyable experience thanks to you. Thank you for helping me back there. I had a mini panic attack. My name is Narukami Sho. It's a pleasure to meet you."

"It was no problem at all. I'm Minami Kotori! It's a pleasure as well Narukami-kun!"

"So, Minami-san, you're quite famous at this place."

"Hmm? Oh yes. The place started to get more popular a bit afterward they asked me to join. I think I just got popular because I worked a lot during the busy hours."

"No way. I think people like you because you're so nice. You helped me earlier while I was having a mental breakdown. Thank you again. How about I treat you to some sweets? It's not that far from here."

"No, that's fine Narukami-kun. I was glad to help you."

"I insist Minami-san. It's near my house as well so it's not an inconvenience. C'mon. Let's go."

Kotori and I walk through the busy streets of Akihabara before she started to get a little confused. "Narukami-kun? This sweets shop that we're going to. Would it happen to be Homura?"

"Yeah, that's right. You've heard of the place before?"

"No, it's that one my best friend parents own this place. I was planning on going there after my shift." Well, that's a surprise. One of Kotori's best friends just so happens to be my neighbor. Maybe, I'll actually get to meet her.

"Well, that's good. Then, I'll walk you there before heading home."

"You should say hi to Honoka at least. Our friend Umi will be there as well. It'll be great for to meet her."

"Honoka? Oh, I see. That's her name."

"You never met Honoka, Narukami-kun? Didn't you say that you lived near her?"

"Unfortunately, I haven't. I only met her mom and dad. They only told me that they had two daughters who are both older than me. It'd be great if I made friends here. (Muttered) Maybe, I'll make some new friends. What can possibly go wrong?"

"Narukami-kun? Did you say something?"

"No, I didn't. So how long have you known, Kosaka-chan? "

"We've been friends since we were children. Same for Umi-chan. We've been together forever."

"Ahh! Sounds like you three are really close. Hey, there it is."

The door to Homura was right in front of us as I open the door for Kotori and walk in after her.

"Ah, Kotori! Honoka is upstairs with Umi waiting for you. Huh. Sho?"

"Ah, hi. Ms. Kosaka! I just came to buy something real quick before heading home." Ms. Kosaka looked at me next to Kotori. She probably thought it was weird that we came at the same time. "Ah, I met Minami-chan not that long ago, and I walked her here as well. Heh."

"Oh really? Say, how about you meet Honoka. She's always gone when you come here, so you should say hi to her neighbor!"

"Yeah, Narukami-kun. Honoka-chan and Umi-chan are nice people."

"..." I had a long pause before I said something. "Sure. Why not? It'd be great."

"Ok. Kotori. Can you show him where Honoka's room is?"

"Sure. C'mon Narukami-kun!" She grabs my arm, and she takes me upstairs. We soon reach the door and opens it. "Honoka-chan! Umi-chan! I'm here!"

An orange haired girl who looks like Ms. Kosaka stands up. "Ah, Kotori-chan. Oh? Who's this?" She must be Honoka-chan.

"Oh, this is Narukami-kun. He's your neighbor."

"He's your neighbor, and you don't even know him. That does sound like you Honoka-chan." The one still down with the long hair must be Umi-chan. She seems calm and collected which is the opposite feeling that I'm getting from Kosaka-chan.

"It's understandable. We never actually met. I've only known Mr. and Ms. Kosaka. Kosaka-chan is always gone when I come here. My name is Narukami Sho. It's a pleasure to meet you Kosaka-chan and ah?" What's her last name? Kotori only references her by her first name.

"Sonoda. Sonoda Umi. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance."

"The pleasure is all mine. It's nice to meet you, Sonoda-chan." Kotori sits down as I awkwardly stand up. What am I supposed to be doing?

Honoka speaks up "You can sit over there, Narukami-kun!"

"T-Thanks." I take my seat as I don't know how to get out of this awkward situation.

Honoka is again the first one to speak up. "So, Narukami-kun. I hear that you moved here as a singer." Great! Talking about music may make me feel less awkward.

"Yeah. That's right. I've always been passionate about music since I was a little kid and two years ago when I was ten, I started singing English dubs of anime songs on Youtube."

"You're twelve? Pretty young to be a singer. Now I understand why you're so short. But you have a good voice." said Umi.

"Yeah, I feel like I started a bit young, but hey it's fun. After I got a couple hundred thousand subscribers, a producer asked me if we could work together and I almost said yes immediately. Now, I live alone across the street working on making songs for myself."

"Narukami-kun, you live by yourself? What about your parents?" asked Kotori.

"Well, my dad is a full-fledged prosecutor and couldn't transfer here. My mom is a housewife, and she stays at my home in the countryside. Kosaka-chan, your parents have been looking out for me, so thank you!" I already said it many times to Mr. and Ms. Kosaka and always help them when they needed it, and it feels good to be helpful.

"My parents are nice like that. So, you said you're now writing songs? Can we hear one of them?"

They seem very interested in me or my songs. One of the two. "Well sure. I haven't completed any songs yet, but I have part of one."

"Narukami-kun, let's hear it." said Umi.

"Ok then." I stand up a clear my throat. "I sing for you."

Baka mitai Kodomo na no ne

Yume wo otte kizutsuite

Uso ga heta na kuse ni waraenai egao miseta

I love you mo roku ni iwanai

Kuchibeta de honma ni bukiyou

Na no ni na no ni doushite sayonara ha ieta no

Dame da ne. Dame yo dame na no yo

Anta ga suki de sukisugite

Dore dake tsuyoi osake demo

Yugamanai omoide ga baka mitai

I looked down to see everyone slowly clapping.

"I know I know. It sounds like a sad song. I'm just an emotional person. I kinda want to relate to whoever listens to my music."

"It sounds like something that an adult would be saying. You can really fluctuate your voice well. That's real talent," said Umi.

"Oh thank you Sonada-chan."

"It sounds good though," commented Honoka. I guess, she enjoys music as well as I do.

That day we talked about all kinds of things like the adventures that they all the girls went onto as I told them all about the countryside where I'm from. Honoka also forced me to stop using honorifics if we were going to be close due to my and Umi's dismay.

(Flash Forward)

I said, "You is really taking her time. Is she doing you know?"

"Admiring the outfit before trying it on? Maybe?"

Chika and I have been waiting for fifteen minutes patiently waiting for You to come back.

"Sho… May I please have my present?" asked Chika giving me the biggest puppy dog eyes I have ever seen her use. I-I must resist though!

"I-If you keep on asking that. You'll get your present after Kanan." Now that I think of it, Kanan's gift is inside the boxes that I bought.

"No way. You're so mean!"

"I'll give it to you now if you never mention the cabbage ever."

"Deal!"

I sighed as I opened my backpack and took out the nicely rolled poster that Honoka gave me. I knew what was inside the poster. No one else but Muse and I knew what was in here. Now, my best friend was going to have it… Wait a second. Why am I giving her this one? Yeah, this is the wrong one. I put it back and took out the other one. I handed it to Chika as she unrolled it to show a poster of the whole group of Muse at Love Live. Only ten copies of this poster were ever released and I was special enough to get it.

"You got me the ghost-rare poster of Muse! You're the best Sho!" She bear hugs me as I tried to balance myself but failed miserably as Chika was now on me. This can't get any worse.

"I'm back." You opens the door in her new outfit and salutes with a big cheerful grin on her face. She's confused when doesn't see us but when she looks down, she sees Chika on me, and the girls both freaked out at what just happened.

Have I learned anything during my time with Muse? No, I haven't. I still deal them like my twelve-year-old mind. "Y-You. What you must be thinking is probably something unholy? Let me say this that Chika was hugging me platonically for giving her a giant Muse poster (that I pointed to). That poster is ghost rare, and she freaked out when I gave it to her."

You understood what I said and smiled. I am so glad she's smart for this stuff. She salutes me again. "I understand Sho. You aren't like that. So, what do you think of the outfit?" I look at her fully without being creepy before giving a thumbs up and a wink.

"You… It looks amazing. Sho has good eyes for outfits." She checks her was before she realized something. "Ahh! We suppose to be meeting Kanan in 30 minutes!"

"What? I need to get her gift from my boxes. You guys take the bus to the docks and wait there. I'll be there in a second."

You states "You won't make it in time even though you run. We can wait a bit."

"No way. I have a faster way than a bus. Just meet me over there."

I quickly dash out of the room and said hi to Shiitake before leaving the place. I quickly rushed home and went to my room to look at the box that said fragile items and quickly opened it. I take out a fancy telescope still in its box. I looked outside and saw it. My only way to make it in time. I took just my telescope and phone and grabbed a pair of keys. I'm so glad that my motorcycle arrived. It's a black motorcycle with music notes on the front. I quickly get on and see that the bus was long gone as I put on my helmet and started the motorcycle. Still clean as I rode the motorcycle towards the pier. It was a quick 10-minute drive and parked it in the parking lot and see Chika and You waiting for me. They're patiently waiting for me as I run while trying not to drop the telescope and made it into the boat. I was breathing very heavily while You gave me some water.

"T-Thanks You. You're a lifesaver." Chika held onto the box as I recovered. "Thanks, Chika. I'll hold onto the box again." She hands me the box and inspects it.

"You're a good friend, Sho," said Chika.

I looked at her and You and smiled.

(20 minutes later)

I look out to see Matsuura Kanan standing outside with a small grin. She's wearing a swimming outfit, so it looks like she's helping out with the shop. The boat stops next to the pier and Chika, and You rush out to greet Kanan. I slowly walk out just as Chika points to me. It's been a while since I've seen Kanan now that I think about it.

"Hey, Kanan. How's the store going?" I said with a small smile.

"It's good, Sho. What's that behind your back? It looks rather peculiar." Wow, she has good eyes. I reveal it to her to her surprise.

"A telescope. I know you still use your dad's, but you could use this one every once in a while. You still love the stars if I remember correctly."

"Ahh. This is for me? It must have cost you a fortune! Thanks, Sho." Now that I think of it, Kanan and I are the same age, but we're one year apart from each other regarding school years. It feels great seeing her. I handed her the telescope and we follow her to the shop.

"This old place still hasn't changed a bit. It brings back old memories." The nostalgia feeling I'm feeling made me smile. "So Kanan *ahem senpai. How's your father doing?"

"He could be better. I had to stay at home and work while he's recovering from a fractured bone."

Chika drank the juice that she got by Kanan before speaking.

"Sho! I've got a question!"

"No, I didn't have a girlfriend with someone in Muse."

"Really? Are you sure, you didn't come back to Japan to stay away from the pain of her dumping you?" added Kanan.

"Nah, I didn't. I've came back for separate reasons."

You just remembered something. "Anyways, didn't we come to help Kanan with work today? I'll go get the gear!"

"They're helping you out, Kanan-chan? May I help as well?"

"That'll be great! Thank you, Sho."

The four of us in our scuba gear got onto Kanan's father's boat until we reached the middle of the lake. While the drive she taught me about what we needed to do, and I had a general understanding of what to do and waited patiently. We spent many hours collecting clams, crabs, and cleaning

5 hours later

I was currently having dinner at Chika's house with You, Kanan, Mito, Shima, and my parents. For some reason, we were wearing formal wear which made me a bit uncomfortable, but I dealt with it. We were just having a small chat before someone knocked on the door. Shima went to open it to see a limo driver standing there.

"Is Narukami Sho here?" Is this guy looking for me? This is weird.

"Yes, I am. How may I help you?"

"My boss would like to meet you for a meeting tonight. Would you be able to leave?"

I looked back at everyone and nodded saying that I could leave.

"Understood. I'll go."

I step out with him into the limousine. This feels off. Who would want to meet me of all time? And how do they know who I am?

Thirty minutes pass and I'm at the Awashima Hotel. It's a famous five-star hotel, and the taxi driver takes me up the elevator to the highest floor. Now knowing that this person had money made me feel a bit troubled. Even still I follow the driver to a hotel room door and he leaves me standing right in front of the door. I hesitantly knocked on the door. No one came, but then someone opened the door. It was a beautiful, blond girl. She looked like she wasn't fully Japanese and I can also tell that she's probably a high school student.

"Ah, Narukami-kun. It's amazing to meet you finally!"

"Did she say amazing in English? She seems awfully cherry. Please call me Sho. I'm used to there being no honorifics."

"Ok, then Sho! My name is Ohara Mari! Please call me by my first name then. No honorifics as well. Please come inside."

"She's gotten used to this already. Ok, then Mari-chan. Please excuse me."

I followed her to a tea table with two cups of coffee and a slice of cake waiting for us. She was prepared. As we sit down, I asked the big questions.

"So Mari? If I may ask two things? How do you know me and what exactly did you want to talk to me about?"

"Sho, you're familiar with Uranohoshi Girls' High School?"

Uranohoshi? Isn't that the school that Chika, You, and Kanan are attending? Yeah, it is.

"Yes, I'm familiar with the school. Why do you ask?"

"You are also attended Otonokizaka High School with µ's."

"Yeah, I did. How could I ever forget my time over there with them?"

Her eyes sparkled a bit when she heard me say that.

"That is so cool. *ahem Please pardon me."

She has a smile, but she looks like serious. Wait, why is she asking about the schools?

"Then may I ask you a favor?"

"Sure, go ahead."

"For three years, I have tried to keep Uranohoshi from closing down. And, this year, we didn't have enough admissions for enough people in the full roster. We're one short. If it isn't any problem-"

"Yes, I'll do it."

Mari had a shocked expression on her face. Guess she wasn't prepared for me to give the yes, so quickly.

"I'll transfer to Uranohoshi High School if you'll allow me to. This isn't the first time, and I have no objections. I can tell that Chika and You love this school, so I got no problem."

"That's perfect! I know, with you we can save this school!"

This girl has fire in her eyes, that's for sure. Looks like she's back to her cheery self.

That evening was a pleasant one as I got to learn that she's good friends with Kanan. We also ended up listening to one of my old songs, Zetsubou Chou Pride, which I didn't expect that she would be the type of person to sing it.

"Sho! How about you sing the song. It's better to hear the real deal, like your final concert with µ's."

"You were there. Cool. Then let's do this!"

My singing skills isn't down, but I still quit for a separate reason. I sung with the instrumental version and let me say, I felt a thrill that I always love when performing.

kuao mitee na jinsei...

kuso mitee na jibun jishin...

zetsubou ni zetsubou o kasanete ikite

Boys & Girls yo

ima sugu tachiagarun ya

tsumoritsumotta zetsubou no itadaki

kara

omamera no pride misetare ya

ikude! zetsubouchou... pride!

ore wa ichinenchuu ore jishin ni zetsubouchuu

gorimuchuu wo keizokuchuu

seishun no maigo

kamisama mo juchuuhakku kitto shitsubou chuu

yume iki no kousokudouro wa

daijuutaichuu

chizu sura mo kingan de yuganjatte zanzoufuu

yabee zutto meisouchuu de

kongetsu ga owaru zo

tsumori tsumoru bonnou niburi niburu honnou

machigattetemo ii kara sa

ansaa choudai

kimi wa dou ikirun dai?

hokore moshinee jinsei ga

kokuikkokuto mudadzukai no mama

owari ni mukatteru ze?

Hey Boy! kangaerun da

sono karappo no noumiso de

Right Now! misero zetsubouchou pride

moyase moyashitsukuse

gomi mitee na kurorekishi

hikari abizu sabitsuita mune no shoukyakuro de

zetsubou no itadaki kara aitsura wo mikudashite yare

hakidame no tsuru ni nariagare

misetsukero zetsubou chou puraido

kuso mitee na mainichi...

kuso mitee na nichijou seikatsu

zetsubou no soke ni shizunderu Bots & Girls yo

ima kara hashiridasun ya

jounetsu no akuseru o fumikomunde

yatsura ni misetsuketare ya!

omae nari no zetsubouchou... drive

ore wa mada anchuumosakushiteru saichuu

mugamuchuu mo danzersuchuu

mirai no makeinu

kamisama mo juuchuuhakku kamasu ze

tenchuu

yume ni tsunagaru sandou wa noumukeihouchuu

mama sura mo kinketsu de suupaa o busshokuchuu

waribiki shiiru kasanaru

shinabita bentou wa

samekitta yukkejan iresugi na toobanjan

musenagara taberu otoko ni

wootaa choudai

kimi wa dou omoun dai?

ichidokkri no kyou no hi ga

kotaemodezu nanimo nasenu mama

owari o mukaeteru ze?

Hey Boy! hashiridasun da

setsubou no yami of furikitte

Right Now! misero zetsubouchou drive

hashire hashirinukero

kusomitee na kono sekai o

yume mo mottezu sabitsuita enjin tachiagete

zetsubou no teihen kara

aitsura no ashi o sukutte yare

jounetsu no akuseru fumikonde

misetsukero zetsubouchou drive

zetsu.. bou... zetsubou... zetsubou! chou!

drive! zetsubouchou drive!

pride! zetsubouchou pride!

ore no kanousei wa omaera ga kimeru mono

janee

ore no mirai ya ashita wa kono ore ga kimeru sa

misero zetsubouchou pride!

moyase moyashitsukuse

gomi mitee na kurorekishi

hikari abizu sabitsuita mune no shoukyakuro de

zetsubou no itadaki kara aitsura o mikudashite yare

kakidame no tsuru ni nariagare

misetsukero zetsubouchou pride

kotae wa mieta ka niichan?

kotae wa daseta ka neechan?

kotae nante mo no wa itsumo

saisho kara jibun no naka ni deteru mon nan

ya

nayanda furi nanka yamete

hashire! hashire! hashirun yaaaaa!

I finished with Mari clapping her hands and praising me in English. I guess she was a big fan of me back then. I looked back at the time and noticed how late it was.

"Oh crap baskets! I should be heading off home."

"Oh my. Don't worry. Your driver should already be downstairs."

"Great! Thanks, Mari. It was a pleasure meeting you."

I walk out the door with her and I waved at her while I walked towards the elevator.

(Flashback)

It was nighttime and Umi, and Kotori left two hours ago. I had just entered my house and take out my phone.

"A new message? Oh, it's from Kanji-san."

When you are available, please call me as we need to discuss a subject that I had to discuss with your parents.

"My parents? Weird. Might as well call him now."

The phone rings and I wonder what the subject might be that is so important that my parents needed to call about.

"Hello, Sho-san. Thank you for calling so soon."

"It's fine K-Kanji-san. What was it that my parents need me to do?"

"They would like you to attend school. And they want you to go to a school with your educational level. They have shown that you have the level of a 2nd-year high school student and I have a personal friend that has a bit less work at the school that she's going to be teaching."

"Oh interesting. So, I'm going to be with people older than me but still taking the same classes."

"Oh no. You aren't going to be in a classroom. You'll be in a totally separate room away from others. The chairwoman of the place, Ms. Minami stated that this is mandatory only during your studies, but you can go out during break. Other than that, she has allowed you to attend."

"Must be totally separated from others? What the heck? It makes it sound like it's an all girl school."

"Heh, well."

Wait, he must be joking here. My mind can't comprehend going to a maid cafe, but this just crosses the line.

"Stop joking around. You're really freaking me out!"

"Sho-san… This is not a joke. The school that you'll be attending is Otonokizaka Academy."

I quickly opened up my laptop and found the place with a photo of the current principal. Two major things I found mind smashing as soon as I hung up the phone. One, this school that I'll be attending is, in fact, an all-girl school. WHY THE HELL AM I, A BOY, GOING TO AN ALL GIRLS SCHOOL! Second, one wasn't that big of a mind melter, but the principal looks similar to Kotori. And they have the same last name. Unless this isn't a coincidence, I'm about to be going to one of my new friends' school.

That night I couldn't sleep about what just happened, and early the next morning I was up and went outside in my pajamas. I mustn't had my cup of coffee because I thought I saw something about Otonokizaka Academy, so I went up and got dressed and brewed some coffee and read the mail.

"Junk, Junk, ooh coupon for that new sushi place. I'll that place a go next time. Huh?"

I blinked my eyes and drank all my coffee and splashed cold water on my face as I must still be half awake. I looked at the mail, and it said that it was from Otonokizaka Academy. Wait, a second. Wasn't Honoka and I going out to meet Umi and Kotori? I need confirmation!

I dash into the room and found Ms. Kosaka outside sweeping the front.

"Ms. Kosaka!"

"Oh, Sho. I thought you would be sleeping in because today is your day off. And, your fried rice hit the spot last night."

Oh yeah, I cooked for the family last night, and I got to meet Yukiho. That was a first that I actually ate with the family as it was just a bit lonely cooking by myself these days.

"No, I just got something weird. I have a question for Honoka-chan. Is she here still? She and I were supposed to meet with Umi and Kotori-chan today."

"Honoka is still asleep. She'll most likely be asleep for a while. If it's important- Yukiho! Can you wake up Honoka?"

"Sure! Honoka!"

I could hear Yukiho calling inside her house. Just then, I saw Mr. Kosaka as I politely bow towards him. Despite appearances, he has been a mentor in cooking sweets for the restaurant, and I had occasionally helped him in the kitchen. Now that I think of it, how have I've spend so much time with the parents and I had never met Honoka and Yukiho until today?

"Good morning sir. I hope you enjoyed dinner last night."

He gave an affirmative nod as a sigh of relief. Something about him terrifies me about that same thing tells me that he's a great person.

"Fine Yukiho! I'm up!"

Oh, it looks like Honoka is up. Oh dear. I can't wait, might as well tell Mr. and Ms. Kosaka about the news.

"Mr. and Ms. Kosaka. If I may ask, what school does Honoka-chan attend to?"

Mr. Kosaka replied which surprised me a bit.

"Otonokizaka Academy. Why do you ask?"

"Well, I got a letter addressed to me about Otonokizaka Academy, and it seemed, I don't know, off to me."

"In what way, Sho?"

"Well, it talks about my "registration" at the school for the year."

I pulled out the letter and showed it to them. Ms. Kosaka drops the broom, and Mr. Kosaka opened the letter with Ms. Kosaka reading as well with really bewildered expressions. No one can blame them; this situation seemed impossible in real life.

"Ah, Sho-kun. Good morning."

"G-Good morning, Honoka-chan."

She came way too quickly then I liked to admit. When the adults had finished reading, they looked at Honoka with worried looks.

"Honoka, you'll need to take care of Sho. He's about to face the biggest obstacle in his life," said Ms. Kosaka. Why does she make it sound like I'm going to die or something?

"Sho-kun, what does Mom mean by taking care of you," asked Honoka.

This is going to be the hardest thing to explain to a girl, well not THE hardest but still close enough.

"Well, you've gotta help your classmate when they're in need right? Honoka, starting this school year, we are classmates. In the manner of the same year of education and that of the same school, Otonokizaka Academy. Surprise!"

I know I wanted to be a singer, but what am I doing with my life?

"Ah, Honoka-chan. Sho-kun."

I look to my left and see Umi and Kotori in their casual clothes heading this way. Great, now of all times.

"WHAT?"

Honoka sure has a loud voice then I thought she did. That's for sure.

"Honoka! What's wrong?"

I got to respond to this.

"Well, she just found out that your school just got a surprising transfer student… and it's a guy… Me… I honestly don't know how this happens."

Silence occurred. Everyone has a mixed amount of feelings as they looked at me and the letter that I took back. I just had one final thought. I needed a second cup of coffee to deal what's about to happen, today.

This chapter was actually fun to write. I had to really think about everyone's interests and how they talk and all that because they're so many people in this series and really pinpointing their likes and dislikes was a major pain in the ass. Also, writing the lyrics straight from the CDs. Even with all of these itty bitty problems, I still enjoy what I wrote and hope that you guys enjoy this as well. I felt that the Arrow type of writing is a good way to correlate the two series just enough so when or if I properly bring the two idol groups together. Also, Baka mitai was had fewer lyrics from the original because it wasn't complete. Zetsubouchou Pride had the full lyrics because it was in the future and thus he had already written it, just to let you know. With that being said, thank you for reading and until next time! Stay Classy!