The Joys of the Theater (A1)

Note: It's been a while since I've posted on here.
This fanfiction is a oneshot collection that takes place in a School AU and focuses on the Kagenes and Kagamines, as stated in the summary.
I know that I already have a Vocaloid, School AU fanfiction (Just Like Royalty), and I normally wouldn't write two of the same type of fanfiction, but I've made a tough decision: Just Like Royalty will be discontinued. I want to continue it, but I haven't been able to think of a good plot for it. I apologize to those who were looking forward to it.
However, to make up for discontinuing it, Life in School will become the new Vocaloid, School AU fanfiction I write.
I've said all I wanted to say. Thanks for reading.

EDIT 8/9/14: Explanation of the "A1" in the title.

There is now an "A1" next to the title of this chapter. This is to denote which chapters are related to each other.
All the "A" chapters are related to each other, and the "1" shows the order of the "A" chapters. For instance, the "A" series goes A1, A2, A3, etc.

Anything other story that are related to each other but not to the "A" series are given a different letter.
(All the "B" stories are related to each other, the "C" relates to each other, and so on.)

Genre: Romance

Characters: Rei Kagene, Rin Kagamine, Rui Kagene (minor character)

Pairings: RinxRei

Rating: T

Rei Point of View

I sighed and looked at the mess on the stage. Blankets and clothes were scattered everywhere as props, and the other students were lazing around, waiting for the rest of the props to be set up. Overall, things weren't going quickly enough. Doing Spice for our school play wasn't the best idea. Then again, I usually said that for most plays, and they went well.

School plays weren't something I usually participated in, but I joined this year. The only reason I did was to be with Rin.

We were good friends and talked every day, but I wanted to be with her more. It wasn't easy to get some time with her, though. She was always doing something. One of the main activities she did was acting, so I joined the school theater with her.

We were able to talk more, and I got to see her have fun, which was a bonus. I loved her laughing and smiling; it always made me feel happy. It was a surprise that she didn't know by now about my huge crush on her.

"Everyone, we're almost done setting up," Mr. Shion said while clapping his hands for everyone's attention. "Get ready for the third bedroom scene." He went onto the stage next to Rin and talked to her, probably giving her some advice.

The students chattered excitedly as they all got into place. Not that there was much moving to do: The scene was Rin and Len only.

Mr. Shion finished talking to Rin and called up to me, "Prepare the moonlight!" I readied the spotlight from the catwalk to focus on the bed. As Rin got onto the bed, Rui entered the auditorium and announced, "Len is sick. He will not be able to attend his classes for the next few days."

There were worried conversations among the students. The play was supposed to happen tomorrow. If Len was sick, someone would have to replace him. I let out another irritated sigh. It seemed as if fate was against this play from ever happening.

"I see," Mr. Shion said with some frustration in his voice. He was quiet for a few seconds before silencing everyone and saying, "It's a setback, but we've dealt with worse. Len doesn't have many lines, so we can easily replace him. Does anyone want to volunteer?"

Immediately, almost everyone's hand shot up into the air, accompanied by attention-seeking cries. It was annoying, but at least it meant I wouldn't be chosen. I shifted into the shadows, just to make sure I wouldn't be noticed.

How embarrassing it would've been to pretend to have sex in front of an entire audience, even if we were fully clothed? Especially with Rin... with both of us together in bed and — Stop that. I forced myself to stop thinking. Now wasn't the time to think about crushes.

Mr. Shion was looking out at the mass of raised hands, still trying to pick who was best for Len's part. Finally, he looked at Rin and said, "How about you decide?"

Rin quietly said something to him and scanned the crowd. Even though she was a small figure on the stage, I saw a mischievous smile on her lips. But it wasn't just a mischievous smile. It was Rin's mischievous smile. It was a smile that promised trouble. Always. I moved even more into the shadows, trying to make myself completely invisible from her sight. That smile was never good.

"I choooose..." she said, drawing out her words. She loved making people squirm, and it was annoying. Unfortunately, she was good at it. "...Rei." Was she out of her mind? Was she even thinking? She looked up at me with her smile and gave me a thumbs-up.

Everyone began protesting. "Why him?" "I don't even know him!" "He doesn't deserve it." A part of me wanted to agree with them, but another part wanted all of them to shut up. A tiny third part was celebrating. I ignored it.

Rin scowled at the protests. "Hey. Shut up! I chose Rei because he isn't a complete dick like you guys," she yelled.

"Rin, language," Mr. Shion warned. He waited until everyone quieted down to a discontent grumble and said, "It's Rin's choice. Rei, do you accept the role?"

I froze. I didn't know what to say. Everyone was staring at me, some with pitying looks but most with hostile ones. The only faces that stood out were Rin's with her smile and Rui's with a worried frown.

I took a deep breath to calm myself. "I..."

"Get a move on," someone yelled.

Rin shouted back, "Shut it, Lui. No one likes you anyway."

"Both of you, enough," Mr. Shion said with a look of disapproval.

... I made my decision. Before I could change my mind, I blurted out, "I'll take Len's part."

"What? That nerd?" Lui angrily yelled again.

"Shut up, dumbass!" Rin yelled back with even more anger.

Mr. Shion ignore the two and said, "Good. Get down here, and I'll tell you what you have to do."

"You two ready?" I nodded, not trusting myself to talk without giving away the nervousness I felt.

The "moonlight" was shining down on Rin and me on the bed. It was too bright, almost blinding. Rin was pinning me down with a flirty smile on her face. Shit, this really wasn't a good idea. Maybe I could still change my mind. It wasn't too la—

"Play through the scene!"

Shit.

Rin began reciting her lines. "I never thought I'd end up in your bed," she said with a smooth, seductive voice. If any deity was listening, send help.

My prayers were unheard. Rin continued, "You were always so quiet in school, but I never knew you were like this."

She chuckled and moved her face closer to mine. "Are you ready... Rei?" Her expression turned into one of concern. "Rei? Are you okay?" she said.

I wanted to assure her that I was fine, but all I could do was feel my face burning up. Eventually, I managed to say, "I—I... f—fine..."

"Riiiight, of course you are," she sarcastically said, but the worry in her expression was obvious. She moved away and got off the bed. "Mr. Shion, I don't think Rei's fit for this role."

I wanted to get up and protest, but I felt dazed. It was as if I was in a dream. A good or bad one, I wasn't sure. All I could do was wait for my head to clear up and for my brain to start thinking again.

"Brother? Are you unwell? Your face is much too red," she fretted. I didn't realize Rui was there. And there was a crowd of students surrounding the bed now. Oh.

After a few seconds, it finally registered that everyone was staring at me. I didn't like being the center of attention. I bolted up into a sitting position and glared at the students surrounding me. "Stop staring! And give me some space," I snapped.

Most of the students backed away, except for a few, but a glare made them move. I only let Rui, Rin, and Mr. Shion get close.

"What's the problem?" Mr. Shion asked.

Dropping my voice so that only he could hear, I said, "I'd rather not have this role."

"Alright," he said without asking any questions, to my relief.

He turned around to face the students and announced, "Rei no longer wants the role. Rin will choose someone else. Volunteers?"

Rin gave me a gently pat on the back and whispered a quiet "sorry." Before scanning the crowd for another person. After some looking, she chose Rui, shocking everyone once more.

There were a few protesting grumbles, but there wasn't a huge uproar like with me. Even Lui kept his mouth shut, sticking to sulkily staring at the ground. Rui was more well-liked than me, so there wasn't that much opposition to her being chosen.

Mr. Shion nodded in approval. "Good. Now we can finally begin," he happily said. "Rei, moonlight, please."

I nodded, satisfied to go back to my old role. I was perfectly content to give my support from the shadows.

Rehearsal ended. Rui did much better than I did; she memorized her lines quickly, and her acting was better than I expected. I was somewhat impressed.

By the time I got down from the catwalk, everyone was gone. I was usually one of the last ones to leave. I always took my time coming down because I enjoyed the calm and peace up there.

"Rei?" I recognized Rin's voice instantly. She was waiting for my near one of the exits.

"Why are you still here?" I asked, walking towards her. She flinched as if the words hurt her. Maybe I sounded mean. I mentally scolded myself and made sure to talk gently.

She looked down at the ground and said, "I... uh..." She stopped talking. This wasn't like her. The normal Rin spoke loudly and confidently; this was the exact opposite.

"I'm sorry," she blurted out.

I frowned in confusion. "For what?"

"Y'know... for all of this," she said while motioning to the stage.

"Oh," I said, realizing what she meant. "It's fine. I chose to accept, anyway."

She shrugged. "You did, but I offered."

"But I accepted."

She shrugged again, and it was quiet. It was an awkward quiet, the quiet that was there when two people wanted to talk, but both didn't know how to start. All I wanted to do was to excuse myself and go back to my room and pretend this rehearsal didn't happen.

"How about I make it up to you," Rin said, breaking the silence.

"How?" I asked, curious. It wasn't everyday she offered favors to people.

"Are... Are you busy next Saturday night?" she hesitantly asked. My heart began beating faster. Was this a date?

"No, I'm not," I tried to say as casually as possible. I was going to have a study session with Len and Rui but not anymore.

"So... then... wanna go out and eat?" Yes. Yes yes yes please. I'd be absolutely thrilled to.

"Yeah, sure," I said. I practically had to bite my lip to make sure I didn't smile, but she probably saw me smile.

A relieved grin appeared on her face... She looked really cute. "Great! I'll see you on Saturday," she said while running off and waving.

I waved back, finally allowing myself to smile after she left. Maybe today's rehearsal wasn't that bad.

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