Heya everyone! I am sooo sorry for always taking so long with these chaps and stories, I know how horrible of a person I am. But here is a new story I am going to start. I haven't decided if I am going to make this a full story or just a one-shot. I know what you are thinking "Where the hell is the next chapter to Our Own Story or Lonely White Rose?!" But don't worry, I will get to those. However this AU idea just came into my head and I must use it, so here we are with the start of Melodious Rose! Lets see if anyone knows the song they play.
"Are we good Yang?"
"Everything's set, Rubes. Whenever you're ready."
"Then we should get started."
"You seem a bit antsy, Weiss."
"You would too if it were your first show with a new band, Blake."
"Alright, alright, enough of that. We need to get going if we are going to keep to schedule."
"Hell yea! Lets go, come on!"
The four started making their way out as Jaune caught up with them.
"Sorry I'm late guys, I needed a few extra minutes setting up."
"It's fine Jaune, lets go."
The front-runner, lead singer and Rhythm Guitarist of the band, Ruby, had ushered their pianist, Jaune out onto the stage with the rest of the team. Blake, the quiet bassist, took up her spot on the left side of the stage, with Weiss, the new Lead Guitarist making her way to the right end. The final band mate, Yang, made her way out to her huge drum set, picking up the 2 wooden sticks she left on top.
Today's venue was Junior's, a popular local bar and nightclub that had live shows going most days. It wasn't always as packed, but tonight was a full house. Everyone in town knew about RWBY, since they were the best local band they had. With a packed crowd getting ravenous for the show to start, Ruby came up to the mic to greet her audience.
"Thank you all for being out here tonight everyone! And thank you to junior, the owner, for offering the gig! Now, are you ready?!"
The crowd went in an uproar to respond.
"If you're ready then lets get started!"
At this point, the huge group of people tightly packed into the club were getting loud, really loud. They couldn't take another second of waiting for the show.
The lights dimmed and the crowd quieted, after a few moments the sound of drums had taken over the silence, followed by the sound of the guitar.
"I'm a puppet on a string"
"Tracy Island,"
"time traveling diamond"
"cutter shaped heartache."
"Come to find ya, fall in some velvet morning."
"Years too late."
"She's a silver lining, lone ranger riding"
"through an open space."
"In my mind when she's not right there beside me."
"I go, crazy cause here isn't where I wanna be."
"And satis-fac-tion feels like a distant memory."
"And I can't, help myself"
"all I, wanna hear her say is are you mi~ine?"
"Are you mi~ine?"
"Are you mi~ine?"
"Are you mi~ine?"
The crowd was having a competition with the band to try and make more noise. After a few minutes the song ended, gaining more and more cheers and yells from their audience. For another hour, they continued to play song after song, making for a great performance. After the show, most of the crowd either left the club, or went to the bar for more drinks. The rest were asking for autographs from the band members and wanting to drink with them, since they got theirs for free as the entertainment.
Being the party animal she was, Yang accepted the invitations to drink. Blake went with her, just to make sure nothing happened, since Yang had a history of getting into drunken bar brawls. Jaune got his cut and left, not being a very social person. Leaving Ruby and Weiss to deal with any others wanting autographs or drinks. However, today had another surprise, other than just a full house.
"Ruby Rose, the decision maker for your band, correct?"
"Yea, and you would be?"
"Oh, excuse my manners, I am Pyrrah Nikos, daughter of a big producer. I am getting into the same business as my father, and I was watching your performance. I think there is some serious talent here, and I wanted to get my foot in the door now, before someone else comes and tries to sign you. If you guys are serious about a career in the industry, give me a call."
Pyrrah gave Ruby her card, before leaving.
"Oh my god, Weiss, can you believe this? We got a shot! We actually have a chance to make a name for ourselves! This is awesome, I have to tell Yang and Blake! Wait, where are they?"
"They went off a while ago. For now its just us. I am generally one to be against it, but we might as well have some celebration drinks."
"Yea! This is the best night ever! I get to perform, I get approached by a producer and I get the chance to drink alone with Weiss. My luck has never been better!"
"What was up with that 'getting to drink alone with Weiss' thing?"
"N-nothing! Lets just have fun tonight!"
Meanwhile
The car engine's low humming was interrupted by the dial tone of a phone.
"Helloooo!"
"Hey Nora, put Ren on the phone, I need to talk to him."
"Sure thing Pyrrah! One sec."
Pyrrah could hear that Nora took the phone away from her ear to yell for Ren.
"Hey Ren! Phone call for you! No it isn't the damn telemarketers, its Pyrrah!"
A few seconds later, she heard Ren come to the phone.
"Yes, Pyrrah? What could you need at this hour?"
"Look, I know you wanted to settle down with Nora, and you didn't want to take risks with new talent."
"Oh no. No. I can't go spending all my time and money on some undiscovered kids, who may or may not make it big."
"I know that things haven't exactly been good for us with the, groups, that we have brought in, but I think I have something this time. I really see these guys making it big. They have the talent, the look, the motivation, and based on where they were from, I don't think they would ever turn down this sort of opportunity."
"... Sigh. I'll think about it, alright? I will get back to you when I have an answer. Until then, I wouldn't make them any promises."
"Thank you so much Ren!"
"You're acting like I already said yes."
"Be honest, you wouldn't 'think about it' unless you were planning on saying yes."
"Just for that, I don't think I will anymore."
"Thanks again, Ren!"
"You are so lucky we have been friends for as long as we have."
Pyrrah hung up, knowing Ren would come through for her. She was thankful that she had such good friends that were willing to help her so much. She never would have made it this far without them to rely on, and she knew it.
I really, really hope this works out. If it doesn't, I don't think I will be in this business much longer. Ugh, I need a drink, or three. Ah, booze, always been there for me.
Deciding the nearest bar was her next stop, Pyrrah went on her way.
So, I don't know if its just me, but I feel like this is a story that is going to get better as it goes, because I'm sure this first chapter wont be as good as the next (if there is a next, which there most likely will). And if you don't know the song, it was R U Mine by Arctic Monkeys. Great song, great band. Feel free to tell me what you thought of this first chapter, all the feedback I get will help. And if you like this so far, please follow/fav and drop a review, and I will see you all in the next installment. Byee!