Hello everyone~! This is Sama who's here to say welcome to my new story, Get Into The Groove! I loosely based this story off of the Korean Manhwa, 'Chocolat' by Shin Ji Sang and Geo. It shows how… crazy fan clubs can be for boy bands. You'll see that stuff in later chapters.
There will be multiple possible pairings for Mikan, but not one is decided as concrete quite yet. I want to toy around with the possibilities and see which one in the end Mikan should be paired up with. None the less, I wish for everyone to enjoy this story! It will be told in Mikan's point of view. Indication will be given if I ever switch the view point to another character.
As a warning- Ages are at totally different ranges, as well as characters may seem OOC at sometimes- but I'll try my best for them to stay in character!
There will also be a song per each chapter possibly. Maybe. The code to figure out who's singing:
Mikan
Natsume or a dude she's duet-ing with.
Both
Disclaimer: As is very obvious, I'm not awesome enough to own Gakuen Alice nor the songs featured, I only own this story line, yo.
Act 1: Part of the Band
D. S. T.
That stood for Da Shadow Troupe. One of America's all Asia member-hottest boy bands out right now. It consisted of three hot guys. Kaname Sonou as back up vocals and a dancer. He was a handsome blond with brown eyes, and the most gentlemanly of the three. Every girls' price charming. He is currently 17 years old. Then there was Akira Tonouchi, better known as Tono- the other dancer in the group who would only back up in raps. He was extremely good looking with lengthy black hair and had the reputation of a play boy. Of course he could get away with it, he captivated the hearts of many women who promised to "Never cheat on Tono-Sama". He's currently 21 years old. But those two weren't who I had eyes for.
My unyielding faith belonged to lead singer, Tsubasa Andou. He was a playful guy, and extremely attractive, it makes my legs feel like jell-o. He had messy black hair, sapphire eyes and the most devilishly handsome tattoo of a star beneath his left eye- placed at right about the top of his cheek bone. He either would dress casual- with the hottest sweaters, turtle necks and button down shirts along with baggy pants, or he'd dress in a punk manner, as the usual J-Rockers do. He really takes my breath away and is currently 18. So I decided to join the fan club to get closer to him.
I grinned as I walked into the studio where D.S.T. should be playing, adjusting my crimson jacket. The front read "Official Officer" while the back had the initials "I.F.". I skipped towards the elevator merrily, getting ready for the awaited moment.
"Hey idiot. Calm down." My friend Hotaru Imai muttered as she removed the hood from her own crimson colored jacket.
Now I know you're all wondering what's the deal with our jackets being the color red, or even the initials on the back of it being "I.F.", right?
Thing is, since D.S.T. is such a popular group, the line to get membership into the fan club was enormous, and by the time we made it towards the front, they had reached capacity, leaving me and Hotaru unable to join the fan club.
Hotaru blasted me with her "baka-gun", (which just hurts like hell- but it's not so dangerous. It's compressed air, not bullets, so worry not) giving me an annoyed look. "We should have signed on way earlier, idiot."
I looked down, depressed. I thought for some moments until a brilliant idea hit me. "Hey, Hotaru… there's a newer band out now… Iridescent Flames… I heard their fan club is just opening tomorrow… how about we sign up for that. I heard they're the next big thing behind D.S.T., so naturally they'll compete, right?" I offered Hotaru a grin.
Hotaru looked as if she were in thought for a moment. "Sounds a bit… risky. What would be the benefit of this?"
"Hmm… getting pictures up close and personal of both bands and being able to sell it at ridiculous prices, amongst also being able to finally meet Kaname." I answered, grin still plastered on my face.
"Not a bad plan." Hotaru nodded.
So here we are, faking fandom to a group we were not even interested in.
Iridescent Flames… a newer group with four boys in it. There's 3rd dancer, Kokoro Yome. He was a blond with brown eyes, who seemed to be smiling forever. He seemed nice enough, but odd kid. He's currently 15. Then there was the 2nd dancer, Kitsuneme. Another too happy scrapper who also was blond. He's 16. Then there was the 1st dancer and sometimes back up singer, Ruka Nogi. He was the too kind, animal loving price type- blond with cerulean-blue eyes. A pretty boy. He is currently 16.
Finally, their leader. Bad attitude, arrogant, extremely rude Natsume Hyuuga. He donned black hair, that was always and forever a hot mess- along with piercing scarlet eyes. But in his case, I don't think his hot looks can make up for what a crummy attitude he had. That's just my two cents. He's the lead singer and 16 years old.
Yes, I did my research along with Hotaru. We thought this through. Our club meeting went by pretty fast. All we had to do was answer extremely stupid questions about them only idiots who research the punks would know. We discussed each band member, as if we had to know their past, present and possibly future.
Really, I didn't care much about these brats. But I had a strong showing anyway, and was labeled as one of the hard core fans. I gotta prove my worth in this club if I want to stay here as an officer, so that way I can see my lovely D.S.T.
Hotaru and I gathered our stuff from the meeting room, papers and random paraphernalia they gave us to show off the new band. The back pack was rather handy, so I shoved all of the forms, meeting dates and concert dates. One of the perks of this: Free concerts. Free concerts where D.S.T. would show up! My life was officially set. I merrily hop-skipped towards the elevator, my auburn hair bouncing as I did so. Hotaru raised an eyebrow at me and prepared her baka gun for firing. "Chill Hotaru! I'm just enjoy myself and this wondrous victory! And besides! I saw D.S.T. walking in the hall way!! I saw Tsubasa up close!" I let out a loud squeal.
"You're being annoying." She simply stated. Harsh.
"So mean, Hotaruuu." I emphasized as Hotaru narrowed her eyes. The elevator ride was short and I wore a grin as we stepped out and walked out of the building to the near by shops. I ran ahead, short pleated skirt flapping about as I did so- my uniform skirt. I turned my head back to see Hotaru shaking my head, and I let out a loud laugh, looking forward again to a large screen TV. They had D.S.T. playing on it. I admired Tsubasa and his amazing voice, melting on spot. I was enjoying this clip a little much. Then it was quickly changed over to a video of Iridescent Flames. My lips curved into a frown. Natsume's singing wasn't so bad I had to admit, but it might not even be him singing. "Hmm…I bet that's not even his own voice."
"Hmm?" Hotaru gave me a quizzical look.
"I mean, you know how bands all do it now a days. Totally fake. I bet that's not even him singing. What's more, what's with that dance? It looks like they're better off being called "Iridescent Flamers" instead!" I let out a cackle as Hotaru continued staring at me.
"Mikan…:" It looks as if she were disapproving what I was saying.
"What? You disagree? I'm sorry if I think monkeys can mimic and do a better, much more flawless routine than these guys can do with their lip synching and prancing." I stated, waving a hand. Hotaru still continued staring off at something, and I didn't quite get why. "Okay, what the hell's up?"
"What was that you said about this group?" A husky male voice asked. I pivoted on my foot to see a tall raven haired boy standing before me. He was quite handsome, but butting himself into a conversation was not attractive at all.
I shot him a smirk. "No idea why it's your business, but I just said "Iridescent FLAMERS" are totally T-A-L-E-N-T-L-E-S-S." I emphasized the end of my sentence so that way it would sink into this guys head and crossed my arms.
"Mikan…" Hotaru let out a heavy sigh.
"What? What's the deal?!" I questioned, slightly annoyed.
"Do you even know who I am?" The boy asked.
I put a finger to my lip in faux thought. "Hmm… A nosey prick?"
I noticed the boy slightly bristle before composing himself again. "I'm Natsume Hyuuga, moron."
Now where had I heard that name before? Oh yes, Natsume… the Flamers' lead singer… Lead…singer… "Ahh…."
"I see you're an officer for our fan club by your jacket… Strange… why would someone in our fan club- an officer at that… dislike us?" Natsume asked no one in question, sliding a finger along his jaw line.
I bit my lip. "Aw Shit…"
"Alright Officer, if you think performing is as easy as you say… how about we give you a little test… and if you pass, you become our female lead for a while, to see if you can stand the life style. We're looking for one right now anyway. If monkeys can do it, so can you, right? If you win, you'll get a nice surprise, but if you lose, you'll… not be so happy…" Natsume had this menacing look on his face.
But I swear to God, Buddah and any other deity, I will not lose to this wannabe. "Hmph! You're on, hot stuff!" I said as I jabbed his chest with a finger.
….
"God, Mikan! Are you stupid or something?! No, no, you're not stupid, you're an absolute retard!" Hotaru was yelling at me as I finished my stretches.
I went back to a normal standing position. "I am not! I know what I'm doing! My mom and Uncle from my dad's side- the two idiots were always big into boy bands, and would have me learn and compete with whatever youngin' my uncle wanted to caste. I know how this works." I gave Hotaru a large grin. "I've had dance and vocal classes since I was six, I should be set."
"…I never figured Yuka was such a weirdo." Hotaru cringed. "Who's your uncle? Don't think I've met him…"
"Of course you have!" I snickered now. "You remember Kazu, our high school Principal, right-o?"
Hotaru gagged and I laughed louder. "Oh God, Yukihira-San?! I never knew he was into such a thing. I'll… I'll never be able to look at him the same again…"
I finally stopped laughing when Kokoro, Kitsuneme and Ruka walked into the room. Kokoro and Kitsuneme stopped walking and Ruka walked a tiny bit in front of them, as he was the one to talk to me. "We're back to see how you've done. Show us what you've got. We assume you've had enough time to practice, Ms. Sakura."
"Yep!" I gave them a thumbs up. The three of them nodded and shut off the lights, keeping the lights on the stage I was perched in shining. Effortlessly, I mimicked the moves they had taught me, everything from the break dancing moves, to the powerful gymnastic type moves. Finally I somersaulted into the air and finished off with my own touch- a split. The original end was way too masculine for me, taking some "gangster" pose. Ew. Only wannabe gangsters did that crap. The lights went back on and I could see the three talk amongst each other, seeming impressed, I must say. I grabbed the water bottle I placed on the floor and vaulted off stage, running towards the three. "Take me to Hitler so we can get this over with already."
The three nodded and took me to the sound proof rooms where Natsume was waiting. "So she can actually dance?" Natsume questioned with a look of surprise on his face.
"Stuff it, Hyuuga. Give me the song I have to sing so I can get signed on and make you look like an ass." I demanded as I walked into one of the rooms.
"My, my. Way in over ourselves now are we?" Natsume chuckled while he got the audio ready to play into my headphones. He neared the microphone on his side to speak. "You are to sing this song along with me. It's the first duet that our Manager and Coordinator were hoping to release first. The guys will record and I will go over it. If I find it good, we're to go straight to the manager and show him what you've got, and then you're one of us. If you fail… you'll owe me, since I'll allow you to stay in the fan club for whatever purpose you're going around with. But… trust me, you'd pay."
"Don't worry about it. I don't intend to." I smirked. "Is this the song you made me put on repeat earlier?"
Natsume nodded as he walked into the booth. My headphones were already on, so fat chance I'd hear. He closed the door and put on his own head phones.
The both of us sucked in air as we prepared ourselves.
"Truly Madly Deeply"- Original/Male version by Savage Garden. Female by Cascada.
The both of us swayed as the intro to the song begun. I guess that's not only how I start.
I'll be your dreamI'll be your wishI'll be your fantasyI'll be your hopeI'll be your loveBe everything that you need.I love you more with every breathTruly, madly, deeply, do..I will be strongI will be faithfulBecause I am counting on a new beginningA reason for livingA deeper meaning yeahI wanna stand with you on a mountainI wanna bathe with you in the seaI wanna lay like this foreverUntil the sky falls down on me
Natsume gave me a quirk of the brow and I gave him a toothy grin. Guess he was thinking I'd sound like a car wreck. Hah!And when the stars are shining brightly in the velvet skyI'll make a wish send it to heavenThat'll make you wanna cryThe tears of joy for all the pleasure and the certaintyThat we're surrounded by the comfort and protectionOf the highest power and lonely hoursThe tears divide youI wanna stand with you on a mountainI wanna bathe with you in the seaI wanna lay like this foreverUntil the sky falls down on meOh, can't you see it baby?Don't have to close your eyes'cause it's standing right before youAll that you need will surely come
Now he took the refrain as a moment to look at me questioningly while he let out his little "Oooooh Oooooh~~". I stuck my tongue out triumphantly.
I'll be your dreamI'll be your wishI'll be your fantasyI'll be your hopeI'll be your loveBe everything that you needI love you more with every breathTruly, madly, deeply, do..I wanna stand with you on a mountainI wanna bathe with you in the seaI wanna lay like this foreverUntil the sky falls down on meI wanna stand with you on a mountainI wanna bathe with you in the seaI want to lay like this foreverUntil the sky falls down on me(I wanna stand with you on a mountainI wanna bathe with you in the seaI want to lay like this foreverUntil the sky falls down on me)
…
"MANAGER!" Natsume yelled throughout the hallways of the building. I guess the manager was in here playing hide a seek. Only issue was that he was dragging me, since I tried to slip out and go home and forget about this whole ordeal. I told mom I had no interest in joining some stupid band a long time ago. She'd certainly have my head. "MANAGER STOP HIDING!"
But it came back to mind that she was on a business trip. Thank God. "Maybe your manager is busy?"
Natsume shook his head. "The damned moron is off somewhere playing dance and preparing our new routine."
I chuckled. "I see. How strange."
"I don't even know why I let myself be scouted by such an idiot." Natsume drawled as he continued dragging me through the halls. "MANAGER!!!"
"Alright, alright! Stop yelling Hyuuga! What the hell is it?!" A familiar voice yelled through a door. Hotaru finally caught up with the both of us on her scooter.
She must have noticed me nervously eyeing the door. "What's wrong, Mikan?"
"I found a lead female vocal. Seems some fan club member starting trouble was actually really good." Natsume called out loud enough to for the man behind the door to hear.
"Really? Good job, Hyuuga!" A man burst through the door, a smile not even on his face despite good news.
As I looked at the man, if felt as if my soul was leaving my body. "N-no way…"
The man scrutinized me as well. "Ah! Mikan-Chan?!" My… uncle.. And principal… called out…
Natsume raised an eyebrow. "You know her?" He questioned.
"Of course I do! That's my niece, Mikan. Her mom… Yuka's gonna be so jealous!" Kazu Yukihira pumped a fist up.
I grimaced. Now I'm totally dead.
Natsume looked a little shocked himself. "Yuka? Your sister in law? Isn't she…"
But before I could finish hearing his statement, my eyes rolled back and I blacked out.
This could not be happening. I was recruited into a band… MY UNCLE managed… This is certainly going to be the death of me. Yuka Azumi… my mother would never stand for that.
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End chapter one!
R&R much appreciated! C: It's good to know if anything is awry or someone's happy or unhappy with something. Alsooo…
As everyone probably knows, some amazing writers for GA fan fiction have been leaving this site. I know I'm new and I really don't have much of a say on this, since I have no a clue what the situation is exactly or anything. But it's definitely sad to see people leave because of something that's really putting them off from this site being a safe haven any more.
Whatever it was, it should definitely be put to an end, and this should be a peaceful place where writers can get along and feel comfortable with each others presence, ne? Here's to hoping that GAFFN will continue strongly and peacefully! Much love to you all~
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