Date with Haruka Week
Nanami Haruka arrived at her destination. Even from afar, his scarlet eyes can see her. You can say, because of the passing years, he became a Haruka-radar and he can feel whenever the rosette was around.
She looked at her surroundings, earnestly looking for her date. Finally her golden eyes stopped at him, a smile crept on her lips and she waved at him. He waved back, a smile as sweet and honest as it can be. She ran towards him, hands still high in the air.
Every step she took, her figure became clearer. He noticed how adorable she looked today, but he'll admit that the rosette looked great no matter what she wore. Today she was wearing clothes that usually aren't her 'style', for Haruka often wear skirts and dresses. This time, she was wearing a cap, a white scarf, a black blouse, a pair of denim skinny jeans, and red sneakers. Haruka was also wearing some make-up and a few accessories, but it was made simple like how she liked it to be.
He wondered if Tomo-chan helped her again with choosing her clothes, if that's the case, he got to give her thumbs up because Haruka looked good in a 'girl-next-door' outfit!
"Ittoki-kun," Haruka stopped in front of him, panting slightly. "Sorry for making you wait."
Ittoki Otoya shook his head (stiffly), smiling at her (nervously) as he said the truth.
"Don't worry, I just got here myself."
The red-haired was wearing a t-shirt with a printed 'Love & Peace', a blue jacket, a denim pants, and some worn-out sneakers. Otoya also had some sunglasses tucked on his t-shirt, just in case.
He wondered if his clothes were too casual. The day before their date (as he remembered it was Natsuki's turn that day), the red-haired was having trouble on what to wear. He was so busy looking for clothes in his closet; he made a mess out of their room. Ichinose Tokiya, who was his roommate, looked really annoyed because every corner of the room was surrounded by Otoya's clothes. When he asked for some fashion advice (Come on, even guys has those problems!), the blue-haired genius just rubbed his temples, stopping momentarily from his work and answered.
"Just dress what you normally wear. I think your date would really appreciate it if you remain true to yourself."
Otoya's scarlet eyes widen, nodding in agreement. He thanked his friend and prepared his usual clothes, while Tokiya raised his hands in dismissal, happy to do his work with a clean and silent surrounding. He did as what was advised, grateful to receive such advice from the pro.
And now he was worried that he took the advice, seeing that Haruka was eyeing his clothes with interest. What if she thought that Otoya treated their date as nothing important so he chose his clothes like this?! Tokiya, you—
"Wow, Ittoki-kun!" The red-haired beauty clasped her hands together, smiling at him. "You look good with your 'boy-next-door' clothes!"
Doki! Doki! Doki!
Otoya's face turned as bright as his head.
D-did Haruka j-just praised his fashion choice?
Ah~ Tokiya, I'm sorry for doubting you~ The red-haired decided to apologize to his friend later when he gets home.
Haruka had a worried expression, looking down on her clothes. "Though I can't say much about my clothes…"
Ah—ah—AH! Otoya was panicking inside. She's waiting for me to tell her about what I think about her clothes! Now my chance! The red-haired made fist-pump inside his head.
"Um, Nanami... I think you look absolutely beautiful! This is the first time I saw you wearing clothes like that, I have to admit that it's a 'fresh' for me but I say, it suits you really well!"
Otoya wanted to rip his hair out. Why does he need to sound so nervous?! Why can't he just normally talk to Haruka when they're alone?!
I think your date would really appreciate it if you remain true to yourself. Tokiya's voice echoed in his head.
Otoya nodded mentally to himself. I can do this!
Golden eyes widen, pink plump lips formed an 'o' shape as the rosette sighed in relief.
"I was getting worried," Haruka wiped the imaginary sweat off her face. "Tomo-chan forced me to wear this so that I look like a sporty 'outdoor' girl."
"And you totally do!" Otoya grinned. "And now we match each other!"
…
What am I saying?! Otoya was making 'The Scream' face inside his head. I sounded as if I'm making a pass on her!
Good thing Haruka was innocent; she only smiled and nodded her head. "We really do!"
Otoya was left dumbstruck. No way… was Haruka…? He shook his head. That couldn't be it. She isn't the type to say such things.
"Ittoki-kun," Her sweet angelic voice snapped him out of his inner turmoil. He looked up and saw Haruka giving her hand, a serene expression on her face. "Let's go?"
He blinked at first before a grin crept on his mouth. He nodded and took her hand.
"Yeah!"
The rosette chuckled, dragging him towards the entrance of the amusement park.
"Whoaaaaa!"
Haruka twirled in the middle of the great plaza, eyes shining in complete awe at the scene in front of her. Ittoki followed, glad that he chose this place for their date.
"Oh, oh!" Haruka pointed at the teacups ride like a little child, ignorant with all these fun and amusement. "Let's ride this one!"
Before Otoya could even answer, Haruka grabbed his hand and dragged him towards the line and bought some tickets. When it was time for the next set of riders, which means it was already their turn, when the gate opened, Haruka scurried and rode the nearest teacup.
"Ittoki-kun!" She waved her hands up in the air. "Here! Go over here!"
He could see all the eyes watching them; they must have mistaken them for a couple on their first date. Middle aged ladies with their children started whispering, he could hear some of them saying 'cute' and 'sweet'. While some guys, who obviously had their own date, were ogling Haruka. The red-haired couldn't help but feel protective as he immediately ran and sat inside of the cup. He grabbed Haruka by the waist and made her sat on her lap, the girl landed with a soft 'oof'. Otoya could see the looks of disappointment in those men's eyes, returning back to their dates, only to receive a slap from them. He couldn't help but smirk in victory, his inner Otoya made a peace sign.
"I-Ittoki-kun?"
He looked down and saw yellow orbs eyeing him with uncertainty. It only occurred to him now on how brave his actions were, his face was a bit red because of his daring actions. He shook his head, now isn't the time for him to feel embarrassed! He should give the love of his life a great time, and now's the perfect chance!
"Nanami…" Otoya placed his hands tightly on the wheel, making it look like his arms were almost around Haruka's waist.
"Y-yes?" Haruka's face also looked flustered, he felt even more ashamed because he made her feel so awkward!
"Are you ready for a great time?"
The rosette looked surprised, so was he. He didn't understand why he said that in the first place really, for all he knows, this is his words. Not the Otoya who does things to impress Haruka, but the real Otoya. He was scared. Even after all this years, he was the only who did not 'grow up'. Well, of course, physically they all grow up. But mentally and emotionally, he felt as if he was left behind. But it was fine, as long as Haruka liked this him. He would take his time. He would cherish this time.
Haruka smiled sweetly at her, placing her hand over his. His face became red, his heart was going overdrive.
Doki! Doki! Doki!
"I'm ready." She whispered softly.
Otoya's scarlet eyes widen, before grinning like an idiot as the ride started. The cups were turning slowly as the engines started, he leaned his chin on her shoulder before giving the wheel a quick turn, making the cup turn wildly.
"LET'S GO!"
After the teacup rides, their eyes were swirling from dizziness.
"Huaaaah," Haruka wobbled her steps as she went out of the cup, only to bump on a wall. "Ittoki-kuuuuuuun! I'm so dizzy~!"
The red-haired followed her, his eyes were also swirling.
"Ah~ I knooooow!"
Otoya stood still for a moment, shaking his head to stop the sensation. When his mind cleared up, he saw the red-haired girl walking aimlessly. He chuckled a little, going after the girl and he wrapped his arms around her from behind. Haruka squealed like a little kid.
"Got you!" He laughed, burying his face on her nape.
"Ah! Ittoki-kun! That's ticklish!"
He laughed, finally looking at her face. He saw golden eyes staring at him, eyes brimming with happiness. Their faces were so close to each other, just a few centimetres he could finally taste that plump lips… Her golden eyes were so mesmerizing… It was making his heart—
DOKI! DOKI! DOKI!
Otoya immediately let go, walking to the nearest wall as he leaned over it.
What the hell! He huffed heavily, trying to catch his breath. My heart is beating so fast I think I'm going to die!
Otoya wanted to punch himself! He was so close—Wait a minutes, was he mad at himself because he almost took advantage of her or was he mad because he didn't kiss her?!
Mou!
He felt a hand on his shoulder. He turned around and saw Haruka giving her a concerned look.
DOKI! DOKI! DOKI! DOKI!
Waah! The red-haired felt like crying. Why am I feeling like this?!
"Are you okay?" Haruka placed the back of her palm on his forehead. "I've noticed your face has been red lately and you're acting strange, Ittoki-kun… Perhaps, you have a fever?"
"Ah, no, no, no! You've got it wrong!" Otoya shook his head vigorously, Haruka was afraid it was going to fall off. "I'm just a little…" His voice became a whisper; he looked down, embarrassed to honestly say this. "Nervous…"
"Ittoki-san, did you say something?"
Otoya looked up to her eyes, a little bit disappointed at himself that such an honest confession couldn't be heard. Those topaz eyes stared back at him, looking at him with a worried look.
It made him happy that Haruka cared for him.
But I don't want her to make her worry. He said to himself. Because all I wanted to see and hear from her is her smiles and laughter.
"Ittoki… kun?"
"I'm sorry, Haruka. It wasn't my intention to make you worry about me."
"Ittoki—"
"Otoya."
Her golden eyes widen, Haruka backed away and her face was filled with confusion. Otoya thought she looked cute, but she looked adorable no matter what her expression is. He smiled at her, placing his hand on her hair, messing it a little. The red-haired was going to complain when Otoya's cheerful voice stopped her.
"Starting from this day on, I want you to call me that."
Haruka looked shocked. She looked down, face a little hesitant. Otoya was worried that he managed to weird her out. She finally looked up; instead of a hesitating face was a kind smile. It was that kind smile that couldn't help but make his heart beat so quickly.
"Otoya-kun!" By now, his heart was about to explode. The way she said his name… was so beautiful. It was as if, his name was meant to be called by her. "Otoya-kun! Otoya-kun! Otoya-kuuuuun!"
Okay, now she just looked plain adorable.
The red-haired chuckled, giving her a tight hug. Haruka gasped, but didn't struggle. They stayed like this for a long time; they stood in silence as they listened to their own heartbeats. To Otoya's surprise, Haruka's heart was beating as fast as his! He closed his eyes, burying his face at her neck. He was glad, that he wasn't the only one who was getting flustered with all of this.
Thump. Thump. Thump. It said, making some sort of rhythm. Like a: 1, 2, 3.
To Otoya's surpise, Haruka started humming a tone that he never heard before. No doubt, it was a new composition.
No way. He thought. She managed to already create a song just by listening to their heartbeat.
Haruka suddenly pushed him. Otoya felt like he got rejected or something. Again, taking him by surprise, the rose-haired grabbed his face, forcing him to look at her. Scarlet eyes widen in shock, this was the first time Otoya has seen the rosette to do such a bold thing.
"Nanami—"
"Haruka." She corrected.
DOKI! DOKI! DOKI!
Is this going where I think it's going?!
"Because you allowed me to call you by your first name, please also call me by my first name," Haruka smiled sweetly. "Okay?"
DOKI! DOKI! DOKI! DOKI! His heart was beating so fast, Otoya think he's going to faint! I'm going to have a heart attack!
"A-ah-are you sure?" Otoya scratched the side of his, laughing nervously. He couldn't believe that this day finally came! He thought it was only capable to happen in his dreams! But no, this is reality! It finally happened!
Haruka nodded eagerly.
"Yes. Come on, call me. Call me by my first name."
Otoya opened his mouth hesitantly, trying to make same sort of sound from his throat. And when it did, it sounded just like a broken radio. Haruka chuckled as the boy covered his face in embarrassment.
"Come on, Otoya-kun!" Haruka cheered. Did Otoya forget to mention his heart went haywire again when she called his name like that? "You did it a while ago!"
"I… did?"
The red-haired furrowed his eyebrows in total puzzlement. Slowly, blood crept to his face and he started steaming. He… he did?! What the—When was this?!
She nodded. "Yup! I was surprised at first…"
I'm even more surprised! The inner Otoya was literally screaming in total embarrassment.
"…but I've always wanted you to call me that!" Haruka flushed her pearly white teeth at him.
Otoya calmed down. Well, actually, it's more of a new shock came to him so the former shock was forgotten. Haruka… wanted him to call her by her first name? His inner self started dancing happily.
"So…" Haruka looked down, before looking back at him with a shy smile, face a little flustered. "Repeat it for me?"
Otoya gulped nervously, face still red as ever. He couldn't really remember when he said this, maybe it slipped out of his tongue. But Haruka was still giving him encouraging looks so he decided to worry about this later. He inhaled and exhaled, before opening his mouth.
"Haruka."
Oh, kami! Just saying her name made him so nervous!
The rosette clapped her hands and started giggling like a child. Nervousness left him as he saw her cute but childish expression. His eyes softened, a smile crept on his lips. He wanted to stay with her like this forever… To always keep her smiling and laughing. Even if it was the most trivial thing, as long as Haruka smiled truthfully like she is now…
He would be the happiest man in the world. Otoya thought, grabbing Haruka's hand as they ran for it. They weren't really running away from anything, they just ran because they felt like it. Haruka's chuckled echoed throughout the busy amusement park, people eyeing them as if they lost their minds. But Haruka didn't care, so neither should he.
The smile never left the boy's lips; in fact it widened even more when they stopped in front of the legendary 'must-ride' ride in the amusement park. Otoya pointed at the monster in front of them, the girl's laughter died slowly.
"O-otoya-kun…" The rosette paled. "Are we—"
The male nodded and beamed at her.
"Definitely!" Haruka trembled, her golden eyes dilated in horror. "An amusement park wouldn't as awesome without a water ride and you wouldn't call it a 'complete tour' without trying it!"
Before Haruka could even say anything, she was dragged to the line and they bought their tickets. Soon, it was already their turn. And soon, Haruka will face her doom.
"Please ensure your life vest and belts…" The attendant was warning them about the safety and stuffs. Otoya thought why do they need to bother, he thought anyone would secure their life vest and hold tight as if their life depends on it if they're going to ride a Fury of the Nile! This ride was on the water and fast! Just perfect for his needs for a good thrill!
He smiled at himself.
A Fury of the Nile…. When was the last time I rode one? Otoya's scarlet eyes were scanning the people riding on the raft with them. This is—EH?!
Otoya stared at the girl next to him. Haruka looked as if she lost the will to live, the colored part of her eyes disappeared and what remained were only the whites.
"H-Haruka…" Otoya shook her lifeless body. "We can get off of this if you want..."
Like a balloon that was pumped with air, Haruka came back to life. The color on her face returned, her eyes glittering in happiness.
"Really?!"
That was fast…! The red-haired was taken aback. Otoya nodded, "We could just tell the—"
"Please hold on tightly," The attendant smiled at them, the light on Haruka's face immediately disappeared. "The Fury of the Nile will now start, enjoy your ride!"
And the raft got carried by the water as if a tsunami hit it.
When they got out of the ride…
"Whooo!" The red-haired stretched his muscles, aching because he was sitting for too long. "That was the best thing ever, right, Haru—" Otoya turned to look at the girl behind her, the smile on his lips immediately disappeared. "HARUKA?!"
The said girl was lying down, face flat on the floor. A small crowd was forming around her; a kid was poking a stick on her head. Otoya quickly went to her side, assuring the crowd she was going to be fine and shooing away the little kid. The kid stuck his tongue out before leaving; Otoya just rolled his eyes and returned to the poor girl. He knelt down beside her, turning the girl over. Otoya almost screamed when he saw the state Haruka was in.
Haruka was pale as a sheet of paper, eyes were completely white. Her body was completely limp, her soul was coming out from her mouth.
"Otoya-kun…" Haruka managed to say her last words. "Take care of STARISH…"
After a few seconds, the soul escaped and flew away. Haruka's head tilted sideways, her eye sockets empty.
"HARUKAAAAAAAAAAAA!"
After a few minutes, Haruka woke up. He only found about it now that the rosette gets seasick extremely fast. Otoya felt so guilty, he decided to buy whatever she wanted. They went to the food stalls and ordered hot dogs and ice cream cones. After that, they played in less… traumatic games. They went to the arcade and bought a handful of tokens. First, they played Dance and Sing: Ultimate Fighting!.
"What song?" Otoya asked as he inserted the coin. He abruptly turned when he felt the outstanding aura coming from the girl standing in the middle of the game area.
Haruka's eyes gleamed, a soft laugh escaped from her lips. Her small dainty feet were ready in a stance that he knew all too well. Otoya immediately understood , it's—
"MAJI LOVE 1000%!" She shouted aggressively, punching the buttons as if she did this for how many times. The screen displayed 'Please wear the arm, finger gears, and the clip microphone to proceed.'
Otoya was intimidated, Haruka looked so confident when she chose the song. This was the first time he has seen the usually polite girl act impulsive. But Otoya knew there was no possible way he can lose.
"Are you sure this is the song you want?" Otoya smirked, giving her a challenging look. "You must have forgotten that, I, Ittoki Otoya, is one of the members of the boy band, STARISH! I am part of the group who started this song and dance craze, you think you can beat me?"
"I, Nanami Haruka," Haruka shouted, pointing her index finger at the boy with a smirk on her lips. "Composer of STARISH, challenge you, " Otoya glared. "Ittoki Otoya of STARISH, in a singing and dancing match, with the song, MAJI LOVE 1000%!"
Otoya laughed arrogantly. He made a fist pump; snatching the gears to wear it was hanging and answered.
"Challenge accepted!"
Both of them immediately wore all the attachable whatnot to their body and made sure to place the clip microphone near their lips. The screen displayed another text, saying to put their hands near the sensor to show that they are ready. Both of them looked at each other and smirked, putting their hands on the sensor. A crowd was starting to form, watching them in curiosity on what's going on.
Are you ready? Cecil's recorded voice rang.
The song started playing; the two placed their hands at their chest, making a heart-shaped sign.
DOKIDOKI de koware sou 1000% LOVE!
The song finally ended, the two were left exhausted. They exhaled; beads of sweat were dripping down their faces. The two looked at each other and smiled, they opened their mouths to say something when they heard a round of applause from the people. The two stopped eyeing each other and found that a great deal amount of people were watching them. Some people were even taking videos.
Crap. They both thought. We are so going to be scolded by Shining!
Soon, the screen was about to show the results. There was a drum roll coming from the speakers, to tease the players. Everyone eyed the screen in curiosity. After a short pause, the screen showed the outcome of their game…
"NOOOOO!" Otoya crumpled to his knee, hands gripping his hair. "I lost!"
Haruka jumped up and down, like a little child. The frustration in Otoya's system immediately disappeared when he saw that sweet smile on her lips.
"I guess I lost…" The red-haired accepted his defeat and stood up from the ground. Haruka went to his side and they made a handshake. "That was insane, Haruka! How… How did you beat me? In MAJI LOVE 1000% of all songs!"
Otoya expected Haruka to continue that arrogant façade of hers, but to his shock, she only smiled at him.
"Don't you remember," She tucked some of her red locks behind her ear. "I promised before that I will always be STARISH's number one fan no matter what happens to our group."
Otoya remembered, he looked down with a smile on his face. It was back when they were just starting; everyone was fighting because they still didn't know if joining in this unit would lead them anywhere. One day, before Ren could punch Tokiya in the face, Haruka appeared, eyes were red from crying, actually during that time, she was still crying.
"No matter what happens! Whether STARISH becomes successful or not, I will ALWAYS be your number one fan! I promise!"
This made Otoya love the rosette even more.
"So the fan defeated the idol, huh?" Otoya scratched the back of his head.
Haruka only chuckled.
After playing the crane game and getting Haruka a Piyo-chan plushie, they decided to set out from the arcade center and continue going on the rides. Actually, the main reason why they went out is because they heard someone from the crowd comment that Otoya danced so skilfully, he looked as if he was part of the original dancers of the song. They also pointed out the he looked like the 'red-haired' in 'that group'. Before they could confirm their suspicion, Haruka dragged him out of the place.
After an hour, the sun was already down, the two rode on almost all of the rides available in the amusement park. From the alpine slide to the zipper, everything! Good thing after the Fury of the Nile, Haruka was mentally prepared so she didn't faint a second time.
The ones left are the Haunted House and the Ferris wheel. Otoya immediately vetoed the idea of going to the Haunted House, for it reminds him of the kissing incident from their previous date a long time ago. So, the one left is…
"The Ferris wheel!" Haruka looked up from the brochure she was holding, Otoya immediately froze at the mere name of the ride. "Oh, and Otoya-kun! Look!" Haruka pointed at the brochure. "There's going to be a fireworks display a few minutes from now! Let's go ride the Ferris wheel to get the best view."
Before Otoya could even say anything, the girl ran off and went to the Ferris wheel line. The girl turned waving her hand excitedly, "Otoya-kun! Hurry up!"
The red-haired looked down, a sweat drop sliding down from his face. As he went near the venue, his steps soon transformed to a wobble. The it looked so tall, just standing here makes him feel uncomfortable, what if he… His stomach was churning; it was getting hard to breath. When he was close enough, Haruka grabbed her hand and pulled him inside the ride.
"Enjoy your stay!" The attendant smiled at them.
"We will!" Haruka smiled it return, while Otoya looked grim.
Suddenly, they heard a tapping on the window. They both turned and saw a few droplet of water… soon it became a full-scale rain.
"W-what?" Haruka gasped. "I-it's raining?!"
Not too long after that, they heard the ringing sound of an announcement.
"We are sorry to inform you, but because of the sudden rain, the fireworks display has been cancelled. Thank you…"
Haruka sighed in disappointment, staring blankly at the window. Otoya tried doing the same, but when he saw how high they were from the ground, he immediately scooted away from the window.
As the Ferris wheel went higher, the more Otoya felt like throwing up. He remembered when he was still in the orphanage, when he went up the tree to get his friend's kite. He was so close on getting it when he slipped and… Otoya closed his eyes, looking away bitterly. Even though it happened a long time ago, he could still recall the pain. When the feeling eased a little, he looked at his hands. They were shaking uncontrollably. His chest were starting to tighten again, his breathing were coming short.
He closed his eyes once more. When he opened his eyes again, he saw a small pair of hands on his; slowly he felt the warmth was transferred to his. He looked up and saw golden orbs watching him in concern.
"Otoya-kun?" Her long lashes fluttered. "Are you okay?"
Seeing Haruka look at him with such kindness, he couldn't help but wrap his arms around her, his tears that were welling up came crashing down like a waterfall.
Haruka must think I'm such a wimp! Otoya's grip tightened. She must think I'm such a weakling!
To his surprise, he felt a hand running down his hair. Another hand was on his back, giving it a comforting rub.
"Shush," Haruka sounded so gentle. "Don't cry, Otoya. I'm here with you."
He gasped, hugging her even more.
The rain was at full blast, by now the red-haired boy finally calmed down. Haruka didn't say anything; she just continued comforting him with her hushing. When he felt ready, he decided to talk.
"I'm scared of heights."
Haruka suddenly pulled away. Otoya expected the rosette to laugh at him, but instead she stared at him with a baffled look.
"Why didn't you tell me?" Her thin eyebrows were furrowed, obviously angry. "If I knew, then I wouldn't have forced you to ride here."
Otoya looked down; he couldn't face her in the eyes
"I got guilty…" Golden orbs widen. "Because I forced you to ride the Fury of the Nile a while ago even when you're easy to get water sick… I- "
Haruka placed her index finger at his lips, immediately silencing him.
"Don't be silly," Haruka scolded. "You didn't have to do this to get back to me!"
The red-haired male sighed, he felt so ashamed. For the second time of the day, he made Haruka worried. He was so pathetic!
"But thank you." Scarlet eyes looked up to see Haruka smiling at him. "For doing your best, thank you."
Everything was silent for a whole while, only the constant tapping of the rain can be heard.
Tap. Tap. Tap. The rain was making a rhythmical tapping.
To Otoya's surprise, Haruka started humming. It was the same tone she hummed when they just got out of the teacups.
"Don't you think it's beautiful," Haruka abruptly halted her humming to speak, it surprised Otoya a little. "This tone… fits perfectly with our heartbeats and the rain."
Otoya was completely calm now; her singing voice had the effect on the people around her.
"Yeah, a song that can relate to our hearts and the rain…"
Haruka smiled, closing her eyes as she continued humming.
1, 2, 3… Is the distance between us a "maybe"!? 1, 2, 3… I think my heartbeat might stop!
Haruka opened her eyes in surprise, only to see that Otoya has completely calm down and was singing along to her humming. She nodded nodded in agreement with the lyrics; she thought it was 'fitting' for the tone.
1, 2, 3… if I count, then I'll tell you!
Haruka looked outside, her eyes widen in glee. The rain finally stopped! She turned when she heard the announcer from the speaker saying that the fireworks were back in business.
Looking in your eyes…
She looked back at Otoya and was about to say something when she saw the look in his eyes as Otoya sing the song. It felt as if the lyrics were meant for her. The red-haired boy leaned closer. And closer.
Believe me…
They could feel the warmth of each other's breath. The blush on their faces was even evident as before when Otoya tilted his head to the side, saying the next lyrics, no longer a singing voice but a whisper.
Love you!
Haruka gasped softly, Otoya soft eyes stared at her. He used his other hand and placed it on the back of her head. They leaned over, lips meeting each other.
Behind them, the fireworks exploded.
Few days after the 'meeting':
ANPU o tooshitarakimi e to todoku kana? (If I keep using the amp, I wonder if it'll reach you?)
karamawari na DISUTŌSHON (Idle distortion)
datte itaitte iu no kasetsunaitte iu no ka (Even if it hurts, you say? Don't turn it off, you say?)
konna no hajimete (This is a first)
otona ni naru kotosaisho wa kowakatta (At first, growing up seemed frightening)
sora no iro ga kawaru ki ga shite (It seems like the sky is changing colors!)
tashika ni kawatta kedo… nankasugē ao ga hirogatta (It definitely changed, but… it's like it's been filled by an amazing blue!)
ORE ga koi no FURETTO o kanarazu kitto osaeru kara (I'm always holding down our love fret,)
kimi wa yume no SUTORŌKU (You stroke our dreams!)
KIRAKIRA suru kurai nikakinarasou PASSHON (The passion we compose will resound so that is shines!)
kaze o tsukucchaoufutari no FURĒZU wa Neverland! (We'll create the wind! Our phrase is Neverland!)
ai datte ieru kuraikimi ga uta ni natteku Yes Call! saikou da ne (Even if it can be called "love," you become my song! Yes call! It's the best!)
kono manma tomacchaejikan nante tabun futari ni wa No Thank You! (We've stopped this here as it is, but then will we ever become a couple? No thank you!)
1.2.3 kimi to no kyori wa Maybe!? 1.2.3 DOKIDOKI de kowaresou sa (1, 2, 3… Is the distance between us a "maybe"!? 1, 2, 3… I think my heartbeat might stop!)
1.2.3 kazoetara kimi ni iu yome o mite…Love You! (1, 2, 3… if I count, then I'll tell you! Looking in your eyes… Love you!)
ORE rashiku aru tamekimi rashiku aru tame (For my own sake, and for your sake,)
kata no chikara wa sotto nuite kou (I'll softly draw power from my shoulders!)
futari no ashita wa kittokono GITĀ no youna SONGU (Our tomorrow is surely like this guitar's song!)
mirai tte tenki yohoutatoe ame no chi ame ni natte mo (The forcast for the future, even after the metaphorical rain becomes actual rain,)
ORE ga taiyou ni naru yo (I'll become your sun!)
kiseki wa okosu mono sasono shizuku o zettai (A miracle's an uplifting thing! Those drops will absolutely)
niji ni kaeru yofutari no ROKKU wa Never Give Up! (Change into a rainbow! Our rock music will never give up!)
KISU o shiyou ja nai kakono HARERUYA na sekai Yes Call! dakishimeyou (Let's kiss! The world rejoices, "Hallelujah!" Yes call! I'll hold you close!)
kono manma hashittekuissho ni hashirou zeNOIZU nante Don't Worry! (Running as we are, let's run together! What noise? Don't worry!)
1.2.3 kimi ga daisuki Amazing 1.2.3 KURAKURA dehoshi ga tobu yo (1, 2, 3… I love you! It's amazing! 1, 2, 3… I'm so dizzy, I'm seeing stars!)
1.2.3 kazoetara mahout kakerushinjite…Love You! (1, 2, 3… if I count, then the magic'll start! Believe me… Love you!)
ORE ga koi no FURETTO o kanarazu kitto osaeru kara (I'm always holding down our love fret,)
kimi wa yume no SUTORŌKU (You stroke our dreams!)
KIRAKIRA suru kurai nikakinarasou PASSHON (The passion we compose will resound so that is shines!)
uchuu tsukucchaoufutari no subete wa Overdrive! (We'll create the universe! Our everything's in overdrive!)
ai datte ieru kuraikimi ga uta ni natteku Yes Call! saikou da ne (Even if it can be called "love," you become my song! Yes call! It's the best!)
kono manma tomacchaejikan nante tabun futari ni wa No Thank You! (We've stopped this here as it is, but then will we ever become a couple? No thank you!)
1.2.3 kimi to no kyori wa Maybe!? 1.2.3 DOKIDOKI de kowaresou sa (1, 2, 3… Is the distance between us a "maybe"!? 1, 2, 3… I think my heartbeat might stop!)
1.2.3 kazoetara kimi ni iu yome o mite…Love You! (1, 2, 3… if I count, then I'll tell you! Looking in your eyes… Love you!)
Otoya exhaled as he finished singing the song. He turned towards Haruka and gave her thumbs up, she thumbs up back.
Saotome clapped his hand.
"Anothaaaaaa fantastiiiiiiic woooooooork!" The two grinned happily. "Caaaaaare to giiiiive the titleeeeee?"
Haruka nodded at Otoya. He smiled and replied.
'Nijiiro OVER DRIVE!'
(Rainbow-Colored Over Drive!)
Chapter 3:
Monday: Date with Ittoki Otoya
Author's Notes: Whoaaaaaaa! Thanks to RenesmeVivio for giving me a great criticism! And because of that, I changed this chapter a lot! So yes, here you go! I really appreciate it if you're honest with me like RenesmeVivio-san! if you think I sucked at this chapter, tell me and I'll change it! So... Chapter 3 on the go!
4/15/14: EDIT. After someone pointed out some inconsistencies, I changed some scenes a little. Also, edited the grammar.
Translation from SilverMoon249's livejournal!