Chapter 2: Chapter 2
Stavri. Thank you very much! For a moment, I also wondered what would happened next.. Then I realised that I am the author XD;;; [bad joke]
Chronostar. Thank you~ will do my best to keep updates regular! Hmm, the balance of RL and online life... tricky ;)
DarkShinji8003. Thank you~ would love to write more YayaXTsubomi in future though for now it's just one step at a time ;) I'm already thinking of a TamaoXNagisa one…
TamaoXNagisa4Ever. Thankies~ No problem with regards to nitpicking, constructive criticism is always appreciated. Heck, it's encouraged even ;)
I am glad to read that you could appreciate the little reactions of the two stars. Long reviews are fun, no need to apologise.
The choir scenes are most fun, since I'm an Alto XD [A choir geek who didn't join the choir]
Author's Note: Hello, dear writers and readers! It has been a pretty fun experience to commit to writing a fanfic and actually having the creative flow to continue thereafter. This has never happened to me before, it's a lovely feeling. I thank all those who have posted fanfiction and shared their comments with me. A good rival for the muse is fans XD
I had a lot of fun writing this chapter even though Amane and Chiyo were surprisingly hard to write ^^; Well, I tried. This chapter features a few TamaoXNagisa moments so, let's rejoice another brilliant Stopani pairing!
*ahem* Last note. In this chapter, Tamao and Nagisa are introduced as the silent stars. Having a subconscious influence on the Alto duo, they help to arrange, or is it further confuse, the puzzled thoughts of the two.
Anyways, I do hope that you enjoy this chapter as much as I enjoyed writing it. Fic has been bumped up to an M rating. Just in case.
Enjoy~
Disclaimer:I do not own Stopani!
Suki
Antagonism is a sign of love, huh? by suki-gin
Chapter 2
Tamao had placed the very last teacup on the table when a light knock sounded on the door to her shared room with Nagisa. Making her way towards the door with a smile, she wondered who would have arrived earliest. Nagisa ran out of the bathroom, giggling sheepishly at her own slow reaction to the knock. Turning her eyes to the door as her roommate and girlfriend opened it, she felt like bouncing with excitement. It was the first tea party they would celebrate for the new school year, after all. Yaya and Tsubomi stood at the door quietly, not bickering as usual. Tamao and Nagisa briefly wondered what may have happened but, temporarily saved their thoughts to welcome the Spica students inside.
"Good evening," greeted Tamao politely and closed the door behind them.
"Hello! Sit sit, you're early. This is unusual for you but, join us anyways!" Nagisa said her tension obviously on a high.
The girl seemed to have too much sugar, thought Tsubomi with an inward chuckle. "Please, have a seat. We've known each other long, ne?" Tamao said with a more relaxed demeanor.
The Spican students complied obediently, sitting side by side and then turning their eyes on the 'hosts''.
"There's nothing better than a hot cup of tea after a long day" said Tamao with a dreamy smile.
Tsubomi and Yaya shared a wry smile, the blue-haired girl was known for her love of tea and poetry.
"Was there a treaty over the holiday?" Nagisa asked the smiling duo suddenly, her hand moving to snatch a biscuit but, was promptly swatted away by her girlfriend. Perhaps it was for both the attempt to steal a bite early and for the sudden prying question.
"Treaty?" repeated Tsubomi, turning to look at Yaya.
"I don't know of any treaty," said Yaya said simply.
The Miator students watched the display with confused expressions.
"Yaya's fangirls would not stand for it if there were a treaty." Tsubomi countered, adding what fuel she could from their previous little teasing contest.
"Ah, my fangirls which you envy, isn't it?" Yaya added coolly.
The Miator students now giggled at the display, well accustomed to the rivalry of the two.
"Unlike Yaya-senpai, I enjoy not having my privacy invaded." The light debate ceased and the two settled for a staring contest instead, furrowed brows and pointed eyes were part of their new expression.
Another knock sounded on the door, this time Nagisa stood to answer, allowing Tamao to prepare for the new arrivals. A little turquoise haired girl slowly entered and then bowed.
"Good evening, senpai" she said slightly breathlessly, clearly having run to make it on time.
Yaya and Tsubomi were still involved in their staring contest so the two Miator seniors welcomed their room attendant with a sheepish smile. Chiyo took it all in her stride and moved to sit next to the senior whom she admired, Nagisa.
Tamao checked her watch, "They've been like that for a minute already," she filled Chiyo in.
Finally, the last knock on the door for the evening sounded. Chiyo turned to Tamao with an inquiring gaze, silently asking if she could assist. Tamao nodded in approval and the room attendant moved to welcome the final guests. Not much of a surprise to the Miator students, the remaining Spica students stood outside. The Etoile pair was welcomed inside by a smiling Chiyo.
"Good evening," came their combined reply as they seated themselves at the available space which was next to the Altos'.
At the movement of the Etoile pair next to them, Yaya and Tsubomi ceased their staring competition and greeted their fellow Spicans' and Chiyo. The group giggled lightly and proceeded to start their tea party.
Tamao moved to pour chamomile tea while Nagisa moved the biscuit platters within reach of the table. The table settled.
"Well, now that everyone is here, let's begin the first tea party of the New Year" said Nagisa excitedly though, not loud as the hours were ticking close to lights out.
"Why are we having this tea party earlier, Tamao-oneesama?" asked Chiyo, voicing what the others silently wondered.
The blue-haired girl tapped her hand thoughtfully against her chin. "Hmm, why was it again?" she stared at Nagisa, in hopes to remember. "I remember now. We decided to have the tea party earlier because we're all a class above!' she told Chiyo with a little smile, almost child-like in manner.
Yaya and Tsubomi snickered, "You sound like Nagisa now!" they said in unison.
Realising that their words were in sync, they glared at each other for good measure. Everyone laughed at the glaring Altos' then moved to sip their tea.
"A lot has happened over the last year, don't you think?" Tamao said in-between sips.
It's not really a weird question for Tamao, as her personality is somewhat nostalgic. The poetry is a small proof of that even! The timing of it, however, is far from good. Tsubomi reasoned to herself. Looks were exchanged amongst the Spica four; there was a certain uneasy quality to the air.
"Tamao-chan, let's look forward to this year!" Nagisa pleaded, snapping the Spica students out of their glum mood.
"Why is that, Nagisa-chan?" Tamao asked gently.
Nagisa's expression slowly went from calm to anxious. With a stuttering voice she explained, "T-t-there's more opportunity for supplementary clas-s-ses for French in our third year. Please don't make me remember all those horrible French words from last year" she pleaded, resting her face between Tamao's plentiful bosoms.
Tamao blushed lightly at Nagisa's sudden proximity but, managed to control both her emotions and her girlfriend. "There there," she said while rubbing the red-hair before her, "I'll help you just like last year, okay?"
"You're the best, Tamao-chan~" Nagisa said after giving the poet a hug. She remained close to her girlfriend though, likely yearning for comfort.
"Some tea party this is. Shall we bring our popcorn with next time?" Yaya said dryly. She placed her empty tea cup on the saucer before her. It made a melodic echo.
Tsubomi snickered lightly, trying hard to be discreet but, to no avail. Even the Etoile pair and room attendant joined in. Soon everyone was giggling and the topic of the past was forgotten. Hikari suddenly spoke, startling the still giggling Nagisa.
"We do apologise for leaving early but, as tomorrow is another student council meeting, there is not much we can do." She said apologetically, bowing her head. Amane, not one for many words, followed Hikari's suit and bowed.
Nagisa allowed her breathing to calm down first, "We understand." She paused, "Though, don't scare me like that next time!" she said excitedly. It seems she's recovered from her French nightmare already, thought Tamao with a little laugh.
"Nagisa-chan is right. We really appreciate your efforts to join us here tonight, despite your busy schedule." Tamao said politely and moved to see the Etoile pair off.
Yaya and Tsubomi both nodded their heads in greeting, seemingly too tired to respond. Before leaving, however, Hikari turned to Yaya.
"Yaya-chan, I'll be, um, staying over at Amane's tonight so…" she said softly. The only time the blonde lost her firm voice was when she spoke of Amane in front of Yaya. It was almost as if she was delicately handling the conversation in fear of further wounding her friend. They may have come a long way but, can always improve their current relationship further.
"Yeah, I understand. Just don't do anything I wouldn't do" the dark-haired girl said with a wink.
Hikari blushed several shades, nodded in greeting and skipped out of the room in embarrassment. Tamao, Nagisa and Tsubomi watched the Etoile with amusement. Yaya merely reached forward and munched on a biscuit idly.
"Don't you mean," started Tsubomi, "Don't do anything I would do?" she asked with a gleam in her eye. Her attention from the Etoile had left her. The left eyebrow of the pink-haired girl arched after the question in a physical state of query.
Tamao, Nagisa and Chiyo giggled amongst themselves, unnoticed by Yaya for she was glaring at her junior. The Miator student's laughter ended. By now, the Spica students glaring contest moved to a staring contest.
Golden eyes met brown and for the arguing duo, it was as if time has slowed down.
Unable to stand the prolonged silence of the two, it felt unusual, Nagisa spoke out.
"That's the distance for kissing!"
Nagisa covered her mouth in surprise.
Tamao felt embarrassed by her girlfriend's actions and swatted her on the shoulder.
Chiyo sat with a wry smile on her face.
Yaya and Tsubomi managed to catch onto the redhead's words and broke their gaze almost immediately. On each of their cheeks was a pink patch which did not go unnoticed by the Miator students. Feeling guilty, Nagisa moved to speak.
She was promptly stopped by her sensible girlfriend. I'll have to speak to Nagisa-chan once this is all over; she made a mental to herself. "Would anyone care for more tea? We have Chamomile, Darjeeling, Ceylon, Honeybush, Green and Lemon," came her casual question. It was as if nothing had happened. Chiyo and Nagisa couldn't help, but look at the girl in admiration before politely declining her offer. The Spica students politely agreed to have small serving of Chamomile tea and Tamao was only happy to prepare some. She excused herself from the table and quickly prepared a small tea set serving for three people. Once Tamao arrived with the tea, the table appeared more alive. Ah, and I was counting on Chiyo to make a comment at least. She seems to be tired earlier today so I understand. Realizing that she dwelled on her personal thoughts a bit too long, she moved to serve the tea and settled next to her girlfriend with her own.
"This tea is quite relaxing, don't you think, Tsubomi-chan?" she turned to the pink haired girl. "Yaya-san?" The blue haired girl inquired, momentarily taking responsibility for the confusion brought on by her girlfriend.
"It's… not too bad," mumbled Tsubomi, who appeared less enthusiastic about tea than the rest of the table. It could be her grumpy persona that helped her near incoherent answer as well. Tamao chose not to dwell o it. Nagisa took this time to rest her head in her girlfriend's lap.
"I've had this before and it's slowly growing on me," answered Yaya truthfully. She, unlike Tsubomi, seemed to enjoy a cup of tea now and then.
"I'm very glad to hear that. Perhaps next time you could recommend a tea that you enjoy, Yaya-san. Tsubomi, you could recommend any other drinks that you enjoy as well." The poet said thoughtfully. She always tried to make any experience more fun.
"Tamao-chan," murmured Nagisa from her girlfriend's side, "We should make a hors-d'œuvre collection book, don't you think?"
"Ah, my Nagisa is speaking French!" exclaimed Tamao dramatically, cupping the redhead's face in her hands and staring down into her lap to meet her gaze.
"Tamao-chan…" said the girl with a pout. Clearly, she wanted a serious answer.
"I don't think it's a bad idea." She said with a giggle.
"It seems that when food is involved, Nagisa is all for it," said Tsubomi, joining in on the laughter and then placing her empty cup before her.
"Even going as far as to speak French for it" quipped Yaya with a grin, also placing her empty cup aside.
"Eh, that's not fair!" came the redhead's protest.
Chiyo rubbed her eyes appearing to give into the Sandman. "Senpai," She said to the table groggily, "Thank you for everything. I think I will be going now."
"Take care, Chiyo-chan" said Nagisa and the rest gave a small wave in her direction as she went off.
"Tamao-senpai, Nagisa-senpai, Yaya-senpai," the pink haired started, "I think I'll be going as well."
Yaya had something to say about her answer, "This is a surprise. Are you getting younger?"
Tsubomi sighed, "I knew that Yaya-senpai would forget."
"Huh?" Yaya had clearly missed the boat.
"We have to practice for the next Choir lesson, remember? A good rest and practice is necessary." Tsubomi placed her hands on her hips and looked pointedly at her senior. Sometimes she wondered why the girl was the Alto lead, but soon remembered what Yaya was capable of and left the thought.
"Ah, I forgot about it." Yaya said simply, as if forgetting about it was not a big deal.
"Yaya-senpai should feel more responsible than that" the pink haired mumbled. She turned to the Miator students again. "I'll be going then. Good night, senpai."
"Guess I'll get going as well," said Yaya as she stood and moved to Tsubomi's side. "G'night, Tamao-san, Nagisa-san."
"Good night," said the Miator students in a smiling unison.
Yaya and Tsubomi nodded before closing the door behind them. And so marked the end of the first tea party for the New Year. Tsubomi and Yaya's dorm was in the same direction and they quietly walked to their side of the dorm. Passing the familiar scenery bathed in moonlight had an ethereal beauty to it, thought the Spica students. Not far from their dorm, Tsubomi's hair shone a lighter pink that normal in the moonlight and Yaya stopped in her tracks at the sight. Tsubomi's got really nice hair never noticed that before. Yaya thought in her mind, briefly wondering how the girl would react of Yaya ran her hands through it. She'd be livid! Concluded Yaya and decided to put her new plan in action. Waiting until neared the younger girl's room door, Yaya snuck closer to the smaller girl and gently ran her hand through lock of moonlight pink hair. Unintentionally grazing against the younger girl's back with her fingers. Tsubomi shivered and the reeled around quickly to face the dark haired girl.
"What do you think you're doing, Yaya-senpai?" came her loud whisper.
"I'm feeling your hair." She replied, her hands still combing though the neo coloured lock.
"I know that, "said the younger girl, "Why are you doing it?"
"I've never done it before."
Tsubomi made no move to stop Yaya but, complained once more. "I don't like it when people mess with my hair."
"I'm not messing, I'm feeling you hair. There's nothing wrong with it between friends, right?" Yaya reasoned.
"…." Tsubomi paused, looking her senior in the eye.
"See, no hard feelings" Yaya finished with a triumphant smile and slowly let the lock of hair fall from her fingers.
"Anyway, it's getting late. Some of us need to sleep before actually attempting the piece for Choir."
"I practice and you know it." Yaya defended herself, knowing well that Tsubomi understood her case but, argued about it nonetheless.
"Ditching Choir equates to not practicing."
Yaya snorted. "How so? They're pretty different, if you ask me."
"That's the problem, Yaya-senpai, I didn't ask you."
"Cheeky brat" Yaya said in a gruff voice but, wore a grin on her face while she pulled the younger girl in for a lock hold.
Tsubomi squirmed her way out of the choir leader's grasp. "Anyway, I'm really going this time."
"Aww Tsubomi doesn't want me to play with her," she teased, "Guess it's time to go then."
Tsubomi shook her head and opened the door to her room, facing her senpai with the half of her body which stood outside the door. "Good night, Yaya-senpai." She said softly, almost kindly but, Yaya could have been mistaken.
"Good night, little one. Don't enjoy dreaming of me too much now." She teased her trade mark grin on her face.
"Don't forget your choir homework, Yaya-chan" Said a blushing Tsubomi, mild irritation revealed with the emphasis on the title of the other girl.
"I wouldn't dream of forgetting." She finished with a roll of her eyes, waving to the pink haired girl before leaving.
Tsubomi closed the door with a sigh. Yaya could share hilarious jokes but, sometimes she wondered if the girl thought when making jokes in her presence. It's borderline flirtation, said Tsubomi to herself. But, I could be reading into it too much. Oh well, time to prepare for some rest. There was no need for her pajamas as she had worn them earlier for the tea party so, she moved to lay in her single bed in her unshared dorm. Events from the last two months until the present time whirled in the back of her head and soon Tsubomi found herself swimming amongst the imagery in her mind. There was no sheep needed tonight.
First year Tsubomi entered the Church nervously, her shaking hands clutching the ornate handle tightly. Not sensing or seeing anyone in the Church, the girl considered dropping the Choir as her choice, her nerves getting the better of her. Suddenly, she heard a voice singing but, it did not seem to come from the Church building. Curious, she followed the calming melody, not sure what to expect. The voice got louder as she walked passed a bush next to the Church. She felt confused; there was nothing beside the bush so that must mean the bush is the door. Hesitantly, she entered through the bushes and braced herself.
Suddenly Tsubomi found herself at her current age and looking into the face of Yaya while she sang, oblivious. The song ended and the pink haired girl found her senior looking at her with a mysterious gaze.
"Tsubomi-chan, " Yaya started in a husky voice, "I want to play with you"
The pink haired girl's shock must have been written on her face as her senior slowly walked closer to her, her lips just below the younger girl's ear.
"I want to play with you, Tsubomi" came the heated whisper of Yaya, omitting the honorific to that of closeness.
Suddenly Tsubomi found herself in her dorm room, exactly as she remembers it to be at present. She wondered if she was dreaming or not, it was hard to tell. It wasn't any easier when Yaya's body was so close to her own. Tsubomi inched backward, once, twice and then felt her bed blocking her way. Yaya stared at the younger girl with a smoldering gaze and sauntered towards her. Tsubomi couldn't bring herself to do anything, she felt entranced by everything the older girl did. Soon, Yaya reached her.
Brown eye met golden ones.
A slim but, strong hand curled around the younger girl's waist. Yaya had pulled her so close that their bodies were touching completely. Tsubomi felt her body heat up at the contact and still made no protest. Every sensation felt so real yet, she felt no need to stop her senpai, it was unlike her but, and she never made any way to question the girl holding her. She felt happy and secure in the embrace. Cupping the pink haired girl's face in her free hand, Yaya leaned close to her, her lips a mere inch apart from those before her.
"Tsubomi" she repeated with a voice filled with such desire that the smaller found her breath catch in her throat.
Yaya finally moved to close the gap between them, chastely capturing the young Alto's lips with her own. Both hands wrapped around her little waist, allowing the Alto to be touching against her completely. The kiss lasted until both felt the urge to breathe again. Their heads moved an inch apart, panting so that Tsubomi could taste more of Yaya as she inhaled what Yaya exhaled. Just when she had gotten her breath back, the dark haired girl ran her one hand though her hair and maintained the grip around her waist with the other. Tsubomi closed her eyes in satisfaction of the warm, soft sensation of another body against hers. Weakly, her body relaxed and they both fell onto the bed with Yaya on top. Briefly, she wondered how they had not gotten hurt.
All other thoughts left her when she felt a delightful weight settle at her waist and Yaya's face above hers. Yaya had moved so that she now straddled the younger girl, which she seemed to comply with rather well, the flush on her cheeks and erratic breathingr seemed a good indication. Leaning down to the blushing girl until their noses touched, she gave the girl an Eskimo kiss. Then she moved her lips so close that they touched the lips below hers with a fluttering tension.
"I want you, Tsubomi" she said with her lips against the younger girl's, the girl below her shivered at the sensation. She closed her eyes slowly and ran her hands up her senior's arms and rested them on her back. Adding to the pressure slightly, Yaya deepened the simple touch of lips to a kiss. They stayed that way for a little while, their ascending breathing through their noses echoed. Tsubomi felt her heart do the same and with that Yaya's followed. The warm, somewhat wet tongue of her senior traced a line across her lips. Tsubomi unknowingly yet instinctively parted her own lips and allowed the kiss to be taken further. Yaya gladly complied, slowly rubbing at the inside of the younger girl's mouth, brushing against Tsubomi's tongue lightly, slowly coaxing, almost teaching the girl to respond. Tsubomi moved her own tongue against her senior's, shuddering underneath Yaya. They found their tongues exploring, moving and dancing together. The lack of air added to the bliss of the moment. Soon, the bliss became almost unbearable and Tsubomi moaned aloud.
"Yaya-senpai~" she moaned with shut eyes.
After opening them, she found herself suddenly in the arms of Hikari. The blonde Etoile leaned close to the surprised pink haired girl, a maternal smile on her face.
"Tsubomi, my sweet," she started her hand snaking up the pink haired girl's waist. Tsubomi shivered despite her surprise. The petite hand rested on her left breast. Tsubomi could only stare into the blue eyes before her. "Your heart is telling me something..." She rested her ear on the ample bosom and then turned to the girl again. "The one your heart desires is…"
Tsubomi waited the answer but, there was none. She closed her eyes and then opened them again a pleasurable sensation ran through her body as she shook. Yaya appeared from below her patterned blanket with a milky grin.
"Yaya-oneesama~" she moaned breathily, her eyes on her senior.
"Close your eyes" whispers her oneesama in her ear, causing another shake to run through her. "Now, open them…"
Tsubomi woke up with a dreamy smile, clammy body and beating heart. The first thing in her sight was two laughing brown eyes.
"Yaya-oneesama?" she heard the senior repeat.
Realisation dawned on her. All too fast. She grabbed the pillow beneath her and whacked Yaya on the head with it.
"Shut up!" she screamed and ran toward the shower in hopes that the chilled water would calm her down.
It was going to be a long day and an even longer year…
Next chapter:
Yaya and Tsubomi try to sort their current situation, with Tamao and Nagisa playing referee. Will they manage to sort their differences and manage to perfect the choir piece?
Tsubomi: Stupid author! Why did you write that, that drivel!?
Suki: It's not drivel. It's delicious drivel!
Tsubomi: Why'd. You. Write. It?!
Yaya: She means, why didn't you write that further
Tsubomi: Eh?
Suki: In due time~
Hikari: Why was I included for so short in the dream sequence?
Suki: Ah… I'm sorry; I don't think I can do HikariXTsubomi….yet
Tsubomi: Yet! That means you're considering it, die pervert!
Yaya: You know you want it~
Suki: You know you want it~
Hikari: You know you want it~
*group glomp*
Tsubomi: Iya~~~~~