"HAPPY BIRTHDAY OTOYA!"
The redhead grinned joyfully as his bandmates including Haruka and Tomochika congratulated him, one or two even giving him a hug while the others patted his shoulders. "Thank you everyone!" he replied, before they were interrupted by Shining, Ringo and Ryuuya also appearing to briefly congratulate his birthday before giving them the day off for the time being.
It was when Shining disappeared around the corner that Otoya's face fell into a slight frown, instantly worrying and concerning the others around him.
"What's the matter Otoya-kun?" Natsuki asked gently, copying the boy's frown.
"Well...you know how last year I found out that Saotome-sensei is actually my father?" His eyes were beginning to slightly water so Tokiya spoke up.
"Are you worried about taking over Shining Agency since you're it's heir?"
Otoya shook his head. "No, it's not that. I'm actually pretty excited about that, but I don't know if I'll be as good and I really like being an idol and-"
"Otoya, you're rambling again".
Otoya blinked and gave Tokiya's smirk a sheepish grin in reply, rubbing the back of his head. "Sorry. I guess I just wish I could spend some time with him. He is supposed to be my father and all, and I've never really known anything about my parents, truly... Even if it's just for one day or even an hour or something! That's what I wish for..." He then brightened and straightened himself. "But having you guys is enough! We are kinda like family now..."
"Yeah and you and Icchi are practically a married couple" Ren sniggered along with Syo.
"Wh-What nonsense are you spouting now?!" Tokiya's voice raised slightly in pitch while Otoya blushed lightly while Tomochika hung an arm around his shoulders and jokingly whispered something in his ear that deepened said blush.
"Tokiya-san and Otoya-kun are awfully close, even for roommates" Natsuki mused mostly to himself. "Syo-chan and me knew one another since we were kids, but you two only met at the academy".
"Aw, Icchi does have a heart after all, and perhaps a special one for Ikki".
Tokiya grumbled lightly while Otoya attached himself to Tokiya's arm, grinning up at the older boy. "Tokiya's actually really, really kind once you get to know him! I still remember the duet you did with Masa, it was really good! Everyone's was!"
"Why are you bringing that up Otoya-kun?" Syo asked, tipping his hat slightly.
"Just a random memory".
"It's because that's about the one time you couldn't pester him and were spending the time with Ochibi instead" Ren smirked.
"N-Not true Ren!" the redhead flustered and hid half his face in Tokiya's side, much to the latter's distaste. He didn't really mind the 'affection', just preferred it when they weren't in the public eye or anywhere near the others.
"Well once you boys are done with your disagreements, we should do something for Otoya" Tomochika spoke up, arms folded across her chest, leaning forward slightly. "It is his birthday after all".
"Why don't we go and talk to Saotome-sensei and see if you can spend the day with him" Tokiya suggested in a low voice so only Otoya would hear him.
The younger STARISH idol looked up at him with a grin. "Really?!"
Tokiya nodded. "Don't expect him to say yes though, the man is busy throughout the day. Or at least he should be".
After excusing themselves from the other, the two roommates took a walk through the building to the office where Shining normally was. Otoya was growing a little nervous the nearer they got and almost jumped out of his skin when the door opened by itself before Tokiya could knock even once. The two shared a look before Tokiya nudged Otoya inside but stayed inside the doorway himself. Moral support is what he told himself.
Shining looked almost as if he had been expecting the two of them. "Ah, Otoya~" he purred, or at least sounded like he was purring. "What can I do for you?"
Otoya shuffled nervously, subconsciously tugging at the sleeves on his new jacket that Tokiya had given him that morning after he fully woke up. "I-I-I just w-wondered if I c-could sp-spend some t-time with you..." He looked to the floor. "I-I wanna know what it takes to be a good idol a-and to do everyone proud when I take over someday!" he added quickly.
Shining stood from his desk and gave a nod to Tokiya, who gave Otoya an encouraging smile before leaving. The redhead felt his nerves increase. He always felt more at ease with Tokiya around... Shining walked to him and grinned, placing his hands on his shoulders. "Suuuuurrrrreeee thing~!" his rough voice rung out as the light flashed over his shades. "It can give us some time to spend together, father and son~"
Otoya looked up, his eyes brimming with excitement. He was finally going to get to know his father!
Will finish this off tomorrow as a two-shot. Just wanted to get it out for Otoya's actual birthday which is today! April 11th!