Chapter 4

All of the student stared at the stage in disbelief. The fog rolling off stage and the man standing in the center of it wearing a very casual suit had just stated he was the principal Shinning Saotome. You could almost hear the students mentally face-palming and some weren't even doing it mentally.

"Is this for real?" Hikari mumbled. "This idiot is Shinning Saotome? He doesn't look anything like how I pictured him and he just keeps laughing like an idiot and spouting out stupid things."

"Alright!" Saotome called out. "All I want to say before I hand this little shin-dig over to Miss Nanami is that I have one rule. That rule is the No Love rule." He paused as the students began to mumble and complain about this new news. "I will not stand for relationships between my students." He paused again. "Alright, that's it! Miss Nanami I leave you in charge." There was a sudden explosion and when everything cleared up Saotome was gone. The students began to talk and complain once again.

"Please calm down everyone." They all went silent. "Now as you know this school has two main courses for you: Composer or Idol. Which basically boils down to song writer or performer. On top of that you will be separated into two classes. A Class; which is average, or S Class; the elites." She paused to let the students absorb the information. "As first years you will all be in regular classes along with some upper classmen who didn't quit make the cut for the Master Course last year. You will work hard with your classmates and try to make it to your debut together."

The students cheered with excitement.

"I also have a surprise for you but before that I need to tell you all one more thing. After the ceremony is finished you will all be having physicals. This is for two reasons. First is to get you the right size uniform that you will receive later this evening and the second to make sure we know of any health problems we may need to help you with if the need arises."

Several students were moaning about this. Mai wasn't to worried about her but Yumi has chronic angina and that could interfere with her performances, but then again that's why she's been training. She learned her limits and how hard she can push herself. Mai sighed. The one she was really worried about was Jun. What would happen if they found out about her?

Mai's thoughts were interrupted by Haruka's voice. "Now if you guys will give a warm welcome to our next speakers; Ren Jinguji, Masato Hijirikawa, and Syo Kurusu!"

The roar of excitement was so loud Kimiko had to cover her ears. She looked around and saw Jun fidgeting in her spot. Kimiko knew what was on her mind. She was probably nervous about the physicals.

Kimiko's attention was quickly drawn back to the stage as the boys walked on. Syo was waving at the crowd, he had on a black fedora hat. Ren was blowing out kisses and Masato was just standing there. Kimiko liked the boys of STARISH. They weren't afraid to be themselves unlike her.

"You guys ready to try your hardest to be idols?" Syo asked.

Screams were all he got as a response.

"Well ok then! We have a little performance for you guys as a welcoming gift." Syo called out. He looked out at the crowd. The girl students were jumping around all excitedly. His eyes stopped on Hikari. She was just standing there. Syo found her response to them interesting. Yeah, Jun's reaction wasn't all fan-girl like either but Hikari was completely unamused.

Syo felt a nudge on his side and turned to find Ren elbowing him. "Get into your spot, shorty."

"Don't call me that!" He yelled as he quickly got into position and Haruka began to play the music.

The students were mesmerized by Ren, Masato, and Syo. Their movements were in complete sync and their voices just complimented each other so well.

Jun couldn't take her eyes off Ren. He seemed to lose himself in the music and dancing. It was almost as if she could see deep into his heart. His eyes reflected a deep sadness. A wound that would always be there and before she knew it a tear was falling down her cheek. She quickly wiped it away. Why was her heart pounding so fast? She had already decided she wouldn't fall for another man. She wasn't going to go through that pain again.

When the song was over they froze in position for a moment then walked up and bowed to the students. Syo looked up and tried to find Hikari in the crowd again. When he finally did he took off his hat took a moment to aim it and threw it. The girls went crazy hoping it would go toward them, but it landed right on Hikari's head. She looked up at Syo who was smiling at her. Hikari shrugged it off and looked away. Syo smiled. "She's interesting.."

Haruka came back onto stage. "Thanks guys. Now if I could have the gentlemen exit to the right and begin your physicals and the ladies to the left."

The students quickly began to file out of the gymnasium. Jun stayed back looking for her friends. A hand came down on her shoulder and she turned to see Ren standing behind her. "Please don't take off again."

Jun took a few steps back but stayed there with him. "What?" She asked not being able to look him in the eye.

"Did I do something to make you mad at me?"

Jun was surprised by the question. Was he worried? "N-no. It d-doesn't have anything to do with you." Jun kept her eyes on the floor.

"Then why do you keep avoiding me?" He pressed taking a step closer.

Jun could feel her heart pounding, but it wasn't the usual fear that she usually felt when around guys. This was something different. "I-I'm sorry."

Jun felt a hand on her shoulder. "Leave JunJun alone!" Kimiko stepped up. Jun was surprised by this outburst. Kimiko was usually a really shy girl and rarely ever spoke up like this.

Ren stepped back. "I wasn't doing anything." He put his hands up in defense.

Jun put a hand on Kimiko's shoulder. "It's fine Kimiko. Let's go." Jun put her arm through Kimiko's and pulled her away leaving Ren standing there.

Syo walked up. "Rejected again, huh?"

"Shut up!" Ren turned to walked away.

"Whoa Ren, I was only teasing." Syo sighed. "What crawled up his butt?"

Haruka patted Syo on the back. "He's just having an off day, leave him be for now." She turned to go with the other girls.

"Wait, where are you going? You don't need to take the physical."

"Yeah, but I need to explain some things to them about Jun." Haruka explained.

Ren stopped when he heard Jun's name and started listening.

"What about her?" Syo asked.

"Well," Haruka began, "you see, she's blind in her right eye." Haruka whispered. "I guess there was an incident with a previous boyfriend but that's all I know. I'm going to go explain that to the teachers in charge." Haruka turned but Ren quickly stopped her.

"Let me go, please." Ren pleaded.

Haruka was surprised. "Yeah, sure, why not."

Ren nodded and started walking toward the girl's side. Once he was out of sight Syo started laughing. "What's so funny?" Haruka asked feeling a little confused.

"'Why not'? I'll tell you 'why not'. You just sent a boy to the girls' side!" Syo was laughing so hard his eyes were watering up. "I can't wait to see what happens next."

Hauka's face flushed. "Oh no."