In My Theatre

As far as Fujisaki Suguru was concerned, Bad Luck was finished. It was sad news, but he saw it coming years ago when Hiro left the band for good. Rumors were flying everywhere on Bad Luck but there was one thing that was true: Shuichi wasn't in the group. Weather he was kicked out or stormed out, it wasn't properly confirmed. The Bad Luck website had just confirmed it this morning.

"Isn't this just nice?" Suguru sighed. Today, he was going to a live interview to promote his new single, In My Theatre. He knew Shuichi's departure will be brought up in the interview. He just knew it. People will care more about his opinion of Bad Luck's affairs and not about his single. He frowned as he played his song on his ipod.

It was one of his favorite songs he ever recorded. It was originally a demo for Bad Luck and it was intended to be on their last album with Suguru. He was sad it didn't reach the album. Shuichi thought a cover of Christina Aguilera's song, Make Over would commercially be better. He never understood why Shuichi replaced the song with a cover: he hated them.

Speaking of Shuichi, there were lots of gossip that he was a bully, suicidal and that his marriage to Yuki was on the rocks. He hadn't spoken to him since he left the group, which was five years ago. The new and 'improved' Bad Luck had only lasted for nine months. Suguru had been replaced with three members. but recorded three albums and released them all at the same time. This was when he heard all the bullying rumors. Haruhi was outed as a girl and left a month later and Satoshi was kicked out of the group. It left Hiro, Shuichi and the quietly confident Yamato. Suguru had kept in contact with Hiro, who was beginning to have doubts about the future of the band. The bullying rumors were intense, and Hiro and Shuichi persisted it wasn't true. Suguru will never know the truth, but he believed in Hiro.

And then he recieved an email from Hiro which for some strange reason he printed out. It had been left on the studio office doing nothing. He remembered the exact words of the email. Though as soon as he knew the messenger was Hiro, he knew what it was going to be.

Hey Suguru,

I wish we could get back to the days where it was you, me and Shuichi. Homeless Fairies is one of my favorite albums we have ever recorded because all of us got creativity control and it was all just fun and games. The quality of the music was more important than the quality of the sales. Since you left, we've just been complete sell-outs and Shuichi's ridiculous outfits and behavior is starting to get out of hand.

All this drama is seriously ruining my experience in the band. I don't know how many times I have to say it. SHUICHI NEVER BULLUIED ANYBODY! His marriage is fine. I've thought Haruhi and Satoshi's departure would sooth the tension down, but I don't trust Yamato. I've even tried liking it, but no success. I'm not enjoying it anymore. I hate having to sacrifice my time as a father to work in all this tension. It's becoming more of a chore now. Tomorrow I'm going to let K know I'm quitting the band. I just can't stay away from Ayaka and my son anymore.

I might consider doing a solo album, but probably not until next year. I hope I get to spend more time with you soon.

He was right.

Suguru's flashbacks with Hiro and Shuichi were banging in his head. They were like brothers to him, whilst they did his head in, they were wonderful to work with and helped him in his kick-start to his career. Although he spent five years in a rock band, his true ambition was to be an opera star. Talent pumped in his blood. Everyone knew it; he did too. he was now a twenty-six-year-old man with two critically acclaimed albums in his name. He considered the albums both consistent classical albums.

The third album was close to completion. He wasn't expecting it to reach the charts. His debut album just scrapped the top twenty in every country it was released in, whilst his second album failed to chart in Japan. It did better in Europe. Critics adored him, and he was honoured for it. One critic that always slammed Bad Lucks albums called his work underrated and enchanting. For the third album he wanted something different, something to please all the fans new and old.

He was about to release his third album later on this year, though he wasn't good with album titles. His debut album was self-titled and his second album was named after his cousin, Tohma. He was a powerful vocalist and a talented musician. He considered himself decent at poetry but he just couldn't think of a name for his third album. He had recorded all the tracks on the album. The three he loved the most were In My Theatre, Raped By Cameras and Toxic Thongs.

He hated to admit it but being on TV after all the drama in the band could boost the old fans interests again. He was pleased with the third album, and he was looking forward to sharing the news to the press. He was getting close to the studio. It was just like being in a job interview, the nerves crept in and hopefully they were going to fade away once he gets there.

The car stopped. The driver excited the car and opened the door for Suguru. He switched his ipod off, slipped it in his bag then jumped out saying, "Thank you."

"Are you okay?" asked the driver. "You looked like you were in a very heavy trance in the car."

"Cause I was," admitted Suguru as he walked into the studio with him. "I'm just very excited to share my new material to everyone."

"Have you heard the news about Bad Luck?" asked the Driver. "Shuichi's gone and they replaced him within an hour."

"Yeah," replied Suguru. "The only thing I know that's true is that Shuichi's gone."

"Well here's some of the confirmed facts from this newspaper here." The driver passed him a newspaper. "It's one of the most reliable newspapers around."

BAD LUCK IS BAD LUCK

Shuichi Shindou has sensationally walked out of his own band after a violent argument with band-mates Yamato Ishida and Klavier Gavin. Gavin and Ishida will continue the band with new member Jun Diamond and intend to release Serious Business on August 13th just as planned. All tracks will be re-recorded with Jun's vocals for the standard version and the original recordings with Shindou will be included in the deluxe version.

An hour since he left the band, Shindou tried to commit suicide seven times and was discovered by his husband who quickly rang the ambulance. Shindou is currently in a stable condition but will have to go to rehab. Best selling author, Eiri Yuki has refused to make any comments until Shuichi has completely recovered.

Ishida has tweeted: We are sad to say that Shuichi has left the group. But Klavier and I are looking forward to working with Jun. He is such a funny guy and his voice is incredible. We wish Shuichi all the best of luck. It's a shame that insensitive paparazzi and pressure drove him insane and used us as a punching bag. I really hope Shuichi gets better.

Suguru still didn't understand what was going on in Bad Luck. He wanted to say he had a clear idea what was going on, but the drama seemed like it was still going on since Hiro left. He was right. He knew Bad Luck was going to crash and burn as soon as Hiro left. Hiro left a couple of times before and Shuichi struggled to cope. It was a sad way to end the Bad Luck legacy. There was no doubt that the new line up could be good, but he felt that they should change the name; even though it truly did suit them.

"Suguru, Misaka's ready for you know," said the receptionist.

"Thank you," Suguru said. He walked past the driver and returned the newspaper to him. He was looking forward to the interview.