It was an hour after Supernova's debut concert and everyone was tweeting and blowing up Snapchat about it. The superstar that everyone was buzzing about was sitting next to her interview, answering every question that was thrown at her.
"So Miss Nova I just have to ask this," The woman adjusting her glasses as she looked at Kara, "Where on earth did you come from? It seemed as if you sprung out of nowhere?"
Shit should have seen that question coming...Hmm Well, I wouldn't be lying if I say this.
"I'm from Osaka... discovered me when I was living the nightlife of Tokyo with a friend of mine." Kara never showed a hint that she was trying to hide the facts of her old life.
"I've noticed that you have a different demeanor compared to the young woman we saw on stage."
"Oh? Really?" Kara stood up from her chair then she turned it around then straddled the pieces of furniture. "Is this what you were all expecting?" She smirked and tilted her head to the side. She chuckled when she heard the live audience reactions. "Honestly ma'am I think I have more dimensions than a two-sided coin."
"So you believe you have different personalities?" The woman asked.
"No more like I have different volumes. When I'm alone at home, I'm at a 2. However, when I'm on stage, I'm at a 7 or an 8." Kara explained.
"Oh, so what happens when you're at a 9 or 10?"
"Someone must have really angered me," Kara answered honestly.
Ryuuya, Ringo, and Shinning where watching the interview in his office on his flatscreen. They wanted to see how she was doing during her first interview. Kara could still use some practice but other than that she was entertaining to the masses.
"So far so good. She's answered the questions clearly and straight to the point." Ringo commented.
"Ichinose has done a good job in mentoring," Ryuuya commented.
"And this is just the beginning," Shinning said as he studied the screen.
"Okay, we're running out of time. Nova, are there any last words you want to say?" The interviewer asked.
"Yes..." Kara smiled and looked to the camera, "I want to thank everyone out there, especially my mentor, for giving me a chance and believing in me. Goodnight and shine bright." She blew a kiss to the camera before it cut to the outro.
"I have to admit it, she did a good job," Syo said as he leaned back on the couch.
"Hm..." Tokiya said as he watched the television screen, "Her interviewing still needs some work." He noted.
"Oh Icchi don't be so hard on her," Ren said with a small knowing smirk on his handsome facial features. "She publicly thanked you after all."
"After the mental stress she put me through, She better thank me," Tokiya said before turning in for the night.
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The next day Kara was strutting down the hall with new found power. Even in casual wear, she felt like she was a model wearing designer clothes. She hummed a small tune as she entered the kitchen to get herself some fruit before going over her schedule for today.
It's still difficult to believe that I have a schedule. I haven't heard that word since my last year of high school. It's kinda relaxing to have some order in my life instead of preparing for the unexpected constantly.
Kara was stuck with making a tough decision at the moment. Should she eat a banana for breakfast or a chocolate chip muffin? She wants the muffin but she knew her senpai would disprove. She could take both but she didn't want to look greedy. Her violet eyes kept staring at the muffin then her hand crept towards it.
I haven't had a chocolate chip muffin in years...
"Don't even think about it," She jumped when she heard Tokiya's voice. Then she turned around to face him.
"Oh come on senpai one little muffin isn't going to ruin me," She said before reaching for the treat again.
"It starts off with one chocolate chip muffin but it's going to end with you stuffing your face with chocolate cake." Tokiya worked with her for months to make sure she stays healthy for her career. If she gets a sweet treat early in the morning, she is going to want more and more as the day goes on.
Kara scoffed as she placed a hand on her hip, "I'm not going to become a sweet addict and one muffin isn't going to make me fat."
"Most women gain weight easier than men. That means you have to work harder in keeping your shape." He saw her hand inch closer to the muffin and he narrowed his eyes at her. "Don't do it."
"Hm? Sorry, what was that?" Now she wants this muffin more than anything.
"Yorokobi, I mean it do not pick up that muffin." This woman was doing the exact opposite of what he said and it was becoming frustrating. "Give it to me right now." He was putting his foot down on this issue.-
"Hmph fine," Kara said before holding out the muffin to him. She watched her senior reach forward to take it. A smirk formed on her face when she moved it out of his reach, "Come on Ichinose-senpai. Take it from me." She was provoking him.
"That's really mature of you," Tokiya rolled his eyes as he continued to play this little game of keep away with her. Every time he had a chance to grab the cursed treat, it disappeared from his grasp. "Quit being childish!"
"Maybe if you didn't act like my father, I wouldn't be so childish!" She yelled back. He was getting closer and it was getting hard to keep him away from her sweet muffin. He was taller than her so moving the muffin higher would be pointless. The solution was moving it to the side, or putting it behind her back, or moving it behind his back.
"I wouldn't have to act like your father if you didn't behave like you had no home training." He said through gritted teeth. This was starting to become a wrestling match but without the physical contact.
"You don't know a damn thing about me!" Kara was bent over the metallic island in the kitchen with Tokiya on top of her. His man weight was pressing her deep into the cold surface and she used her bottom to keep him away from her muffin. "Give up senpai, this is my muffin!"
"How about you do what your senior tells you and give it to me!"
"Toki! You heard the lady. No means no," The two froze and turned to see the owner of the new voice in the room.
"K-kotobuki-san..."
Reiji leaned against the door frame and hid his snickering behind his hand. Next to him was Otoya with a small blush on his face.
"S-sorry if we're interrupting but Rei-chan wanted to see you, Tokiya." Otoya turned his head and rubbed the back of his neck. He's never seen his roommate in such a compromising position with a girl, so it was a surprise to see this in the kitchen.
Tokiya stepped away from Kara as if she burned him and smoothed out his shirt. "There was nothing to interrupt." He said as he tried fighting the blush. This girl is starting to bring out the worst in him.
"It's more like you two rescued me from having my goodies taken from me so thank you," She said with a bow before scurrying out of the kitchen with the muffin at hand.
"Hey!" Tokiya was not pleased with how she worded that. Now he looks like the bad guy and she was the helpless victims. "It was not what it looked like, I assure you."
"Are you sure? It looked like you were trying to do her from behi-"
"Kotobuki- san I wasn't. She's on a strict diet and I was trying to stop her from breaking it." Tokiya explained. "I would never do such a thing... especially with a girl like her."
Reiji let out a small chuckle and pat Tokiya on the back," I know you wouldn't. I was just pulling your leg." The older idol then looked at him with calmer eyes, "But it's okay to loosen the reins every now and then. Have I taught you nothing?" That is actually one of the reasons why Reiji came here. He heard that his junior has become a mentor and he wanted to see if any of his skill has passed down to Tokiya...apparently not.
"Yes, you didn't teach us anything," Tokiya responded.
"Oh, that's not true. What about that time we had that party and played games? Otoya asked. "We learned a lot from that!"
"Did you forget that we had to clean the school afterward because Kotobuki-san forgot to turn in the report?" Tokiya remembered that late night fiasco they had. There were some lessons that were taught, but how could that help him with Kara?
"Toki you're not trying to get to know her as herself. Why not have a Senior/Junior day?" Reiji suggested before leaving with Otoya.
"Hm...I suppose it's not the worst idea..." Tokiya said.
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Later that day Kara tried being more open with her fellow idols under Ryuya, Ringo, Shining, and Doll's recommendation. Sooner or later she is going to be working with every one of these guys so she must get on some middle ground with them. She took the easier route and decided to spend time with Natsuki.
Finding him wasn't too hard since he was outside hanging out with little animals like a Disney princess. It was the matter of approaching him that may be an issue.
"Excuse me Shinomiya-senpai... can I sit with you," She asked softly. She felt embarrassed for even trying this.
Natsuki was surprised, to say the least, but was happy to have the company, "Of course Kara-chan!"
She had a small smile on her face as she sat down next to him. He's openly nice so she can at least do the same. "Um, do you play with animals often?" Watching the rabbits and birds around them, was off-putting to her since she's not an animal fan.
"Yeah, back home there was nothing but animals and wildlife. Coming out here just makes me feel like I'm at home again." Natsuki looked over at Kara, "Do you ever get homesick?"
"Psh more like I get sick of home," She muttered out before leaning against the tree.
"Hey, Natsuki!" The animals retreated as Syo came running towards them with Cecil not too far behind him. "We're done with our project." He went quiet when he saw Kara sitting next to his best friend. "What's going on here?"
"Just a new girl trying to make friends, care to be one of them?" Kara said it without the attitude so it sounds playful and welcoming.
This was a change of character to Cecil. The first day he saw her, she seemed insecure and angry. Then when he saw her concert she felt comfortable and confident. Now she seems like a normal happy girl. It's like she doesn't even know who she was or who she wanted to be yet. To Cecil Kara seemed like the kind of girl that hasn't been stable for years. "I don't mind being your friend," Cecil said with a small smile.
"Guess that's the same for me," Syo said before offering his hand to help her off the ground. If Natsuki and Cecil were willing to befriend her then he might as well try to.
Kara was surprised with the responses and accepted the helping hand. Natsuki got up after her. "Group hug everyone!" Everyone was caught off guard when Natsuki pulled them in and Kara was sorta stuck in the middle.
Okay, not the first time I have been the center of a bunch of guys. There are so many different scents of body sprays, my poor nose! Why am I smelling sugar, spice, and testosterone at the same damn time? Despite the body heat and hard muscles crushing my feminine curves, this is the first time guys my age are talking to me as a normal girl. They're not throwing money at me, or demanding me to take off my clothes, or hitting me...I kinda like this.
"What is going on out here?" Ren said as he walked out with Masato and Ranmaru.
"It appears to be a group hug amongst males," Ai said as he walked out the door next with Camus.
"What? Come on Otoyan they started male bonding without us!" Reji said as he pulled his junior along to join in on the group hug.
"Reiji stop it, it looks weird with you in it," Ranmaru said.
"Oh just join in you guys!" Reiji said from his position. Ai stared for a moment before shrugging and joined the group hug for experimental purposes. Ren pushed Masato and Ranmaru into the pile before joining. Reiji had to pull Camus into it so he's pressed against Otoya's back right now.
"Wow, Kara-chan look at all the friends you made in a matter of minutes." Natsuki pointed out.
"Who is he talking to?" Camus asked.
"Natsuki is Kara in the center?"Otoya asked with a worried look on his face.
"Yep, she was here the whole time!"
"Help! I can't breathe!" Kara couldn't break out of the group hug. The guys that joined in, didn't even know she was in there. All the guys quickly broke the hug and saw the feeling idol gasp for air.
"Oh no, sorry Kara-chan!" Natsuki said as he tried to keep her steady and on her feet. "Kinda got into the group hug."
"I-it's...okay..." she stood up straight when the air cleared and she smoothed out her hair and clothes.
"It's that new girl Shining brought in," Ai said as looked at her up and down. When he heard of this Supernova and saw the debut concert on the internet. It bothered him that he couldn't find much data about her. It's as if she came from nowhere.
"This is the second time I've seen you in person, with a man's hands on you," Reiji said with a chuckle. "It's nice to meet you again, Nova."
"I'm not working so Kara is just fine Reiji-san." The young woman said with nervousness chuckle. "And I'm sorry you saw that in the kitchen. Ichinose-senpai means well."
"Uh oh what did Icchi do in the kitchen?" Ren asked teasingly. He knew the two weren't the best of friends, but usually, Tokiya walks away and solves the problem later. What did he do that was different now?
"He tried to take my muffin," Kara answered.
"From behind...on the counter. The brute refuse to take no for an answer." Kara blushed when She heard Reiji making the situation seem worse than it already was.
"Oh, my...That doesn't sound like Icchi at all."
"No! I mean yeah he was but it was an actual chocolate chip muffin. I was breaking my diet!" She quickly explained. "My mentor is strict but he is still a caring guy!"
"So is that what you think of me?" Tokiya asked as he stood a few feet behind her. "I'm flattered that your description of me didn't have a single curse word in it."
"Don't speak too soon. I just don't want others to label you as a kitchen pervert." She crossed her arms over her chest. Her eyes caught an envelope that rested between his fingers. "What's that?"
"Well if you didn't run off to stuff your face with muffins, I would have given you your next lesson." He said as he opened the envelope to reveal a decorative card. "Because you are a brand new Idol, you have to try to stay relevant by going to events such as openings, premieres, and parties. In my hand, is my invitation to a Fendi party and tonight you are coming as my plus one."
Kara's eyes widen and she felt like she could just die from excitement. "R-Really?! Awesome!" She screamed in excitement.
"Remember everyone else knows you as Supernova. So don't trash your image while trying to have a good time." Tokiya warned. Parties can make or break a celebrity she has to be on her best behavior and not fangirl over others. He didn't plan on attending but then Reiji gave him the idea.
"I won't I promise. Thank you so much!" She said before running back inside to tell her best friend, Doll.
"Please don't make me regret this decision..." he mumbled a small prayer.
Ren was impressed with the initiative that Tokiya took, "Don't worry, we'll be there to help keep an eye on her." He said with a chuckle. Of course, Ren was going to the party anyway to have a good time but he didn't mind watching the new girl in case Tokiya got tired.
"Good...she's going to need it," Tokiya said before going inside.
