Disclaimer: I do not own vocaloid or songs/song lyrics in this story blah blah blah.
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Chap. 6:
"But Gumi, the money is for more important uses, like food or paying bills!"
"Shush yo face woman. We are going shopping, whether you like it or not."
"But-"
"NO BUTS! MY PARENTS CAN TAKE CARE OF THE HOUSE LIKE NOTHING, SO LET'S GO!"
I sigh in defeat as I let Gumi drag me onto the bus. Ever since I came home with the check and news about the carnival, Gumi insisted on going shopping. Once she wants something, there's no point on stopping her. I also remembered that Gumi was filthy rich. Huh. She sure doesn't act like a spoiled brat, which I admire about her.
We both plop down on the bus seating for two. The clock on the driver's panel read 7:30 a.m. Wait, what?
"Gumi, how are we going shopping if it's 7:30am in the morning?!"
"The mall opens early and closes at 3:00pm due to construction of the stadium. Did you really think I didn't think this through?"
"Fine, you win. I'll only go with you on one condition."
"And that is?"
"Come with me to the Carnival. I don't really want to be alone..."
"I thought you'd never ask."
When Gumi said she thought this through, she wasn't kidding.
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We came back at around 11 am. I nearly fainted as I crashed down on my small bed. Shopping should be considered a sport- it's exhausting. Gumi on the other hand was thriving much better than I was. I slowly dragged myself onto the rug as Gumi began to speak.
"I have the perfect outfit for you. A peach polka-dotted sleeveless dress with this skinny white belt. Then put these golden hoop earrings and white ballet flats. Oh, oh and this beige over the shoulder bag! What do you think?" Gumi asked cheerfully.
"It's really nice but I don't think I should wear a dress-"
"No. You are wearing this. Period," Gumi ordered with a hard voice.
"Fine..." I grumbled.
Soon it became time to go. Gumi settled for a simple white ruffle tank top with dark denim shorts, topped off with orange sandals and bangles. Just before we went out, Gumi claimed she forgot something. After some shuffling noises, she skipped over to the doorstep and held up two sunglasses.
"For the superstar effect. You know?" Gumi offered.
I rolled my eyes as we both laughed and put them on. Today was going to be one hell of a day.
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As we approached the carnival's sunny atmosphere, Gumi became a little tense.
"Oh my god. Going to the carnival with such famous idols. Aren't you nervous?" Gumi inquired.
"Of course I am! Just stay calm on the outside, but freak out on the inside," I reply as laughter erupted from both of us.
We hopped out of the taxi as I handed the man some money. Today's sunny rays warmed up both of us as we proceed to the entrance of the carnival. The one we came to was set on a boardwalk, so you could smell the fresh saltwater from the ocean. I soon spotted a familiar blonde girl, sporting her signature white bow.
"Oi! Kagami-san! Over here!" I brightly called out, waving my arms.
She spun around in a beautiful sailor themed dress. It had thin blue and white stripes with a thick red and gold belt above her midriff. As always, Rin looked like a model. As soon as she realized who were, she scowled and looked away. Then I noticed another figure. She was very tall and gave off an elegant aura. Her pale bubblegum colored hair was tied into a bun as she wore light pink shorts with a white tank top and a teal overshirt that said love. I instantly recognized her.
Luka Megurine.
Gumi looked at me with a complete star-struck look on her face. I mirrored the exact same expression, trying to be calm. Excitement filled up inside of me instantly. As we arrived near the two, Kaito and Len showed up as well.
"Mi-mi chan! I see you brought Goom-goom. Well, I brought Kaito," Len said with a smile.
Gumi immediately blushed at Len's acknowledgement of her and looked away. I greeted everybody and we headed inside the carnival's interior. Rollercoasters spun left to right, a ferris wheel towered over all the game booths, the smell of popcorn and cotton candy, the jolly atmosphere this was a real carnival. And so far, I was loving it.
"Let's visit the ferris wheel first," I suggested.
"Sure. It sounds fun," Luka agreed.
I fangirled on the inside.
Everyone else followed our lead as the humongous ferris wheel became even larger. The line was tolerable, so we hopped in, hoping the wait wouldn't be too long. As I got closer, to the ferris wheel, I soon realized that one booth held up to three people. At least we were a group of six. That was some good luck.
"Hey, the booth only holds up to three people. Since we're a group of six, I think we should split in half," I informed everybody.
"No shit, Sherlock," Rin muttered loud enough for me to hear, making me feel dumb.
"Well, I want to go with these two ladies over here," Kaito said, putting his arms around Gumi and Luka. I couldn't help but feel a tad bit jealous, but I wouldn't let it bother me.
Luka peeled off his arm and uncomfortably nudged away from him. Gumi was too paralyzed to move. We were now in front of the line. Kaito, Luka and Gumi stepped onto the tinted glass booth and waved a little goodbye. Rin, Len and I got on the next glass booth that was tinted a slight yellow. I took a seat that had a nice view. Len sat in front of me and Rin sat right next to him. The ferris wheel slowly elevated as the door closed, shutting us all inside the confinement. This was awesome, I could see the entire Boardwalk Carnival! I smiled to myself, feeling a little silly about me getting so excited over something like this.
I peered over to what the other two were doing. Len was looking out the window, smiling like a fool. Rin on the other hand was not doing so well. She looked...scared. Her face was scrunched up and she clung onto Len. Here's a common case of "scared of heights".
"Are you...ok?" I asked, my voice filled with concern.
"Sh-shut up. N-no, I'm f-fine," Rin stuttered.
Sure you were fine. Sure.
"Oh, Rin-chan!" Len said with a worried expression. "Don't worry, we're here. I think the ride is almost done, so hang in there."
Rin quietly nodded her head. She shut her eyes as Len soothingly stroked her hair. Holy mother of leeks. I am SO shipping this. Oops, sorry... heh heh heh...
Rin started to blush, but she didn't resist his touch. Hmm...
The booth came to a halt, as we exited through the creaky door. Rin was still clinging on to len, shaking and flustered at the same time. Luka, Gumi and Kaito were at the Ice cream Parlor. We headed over to the shop as everybody greeted us. By then, Rin was ok, but still a little shaken.
"Hey, let's go play some games!" Kaito said excitedly.
We all headed towards the carnival game section. There were dart games, water gun games and so many more. The prizes were amazing as well. Stuffed animals hung from each booth, each slightly different from the others. I then spotted an awesome stuffed toy. It was a blushing leek plushy. It was unbelievably adorable.
"Hey Len-kun, how 'bout this game?" Kaito asked with a goofy grin.
I looked at the game Kaito planned to play. It was one of those strength tests- where you hit a *cushioned pedestal with a hammer and then a meter would tell you how hard you hit it. Kaito looked pretty arrogant about his offer. I bet he was planning to win.
"Sounds good. Let's find out who's the better man," Len counter attacked smugly.
"You're on shota."
Oh boy. Here comes "The Battle of the Century".
Both guys handed the booth master tickets. Kaito stepped up first, grabbing the hammer, preparing to give it his all. I had a feeling he and Len were going to try and show off. Kaito gave me a toothy grin and swung the hammer high in the air and hit the pedestal, making a loud BAM. The meter shot up, lighting up it's tracks. When the meter stopped, everyone was in awe.
"Mr, you received an 87 out of 100! That's one of the highest scores I've seen!" the booth master confirmed with wonder.
"Now let's see you try, girly boy," Kaito teased, tossing Len the hammer.
Len grumbled something about Kaito being an ice cream freak or whatever and stepped up to hit. He gave me a wink and swung at the pedestal in the same fashion Kaito did. Everyone anxiously waited for the results- even the booth master and people passing by. The meter wavered around 87 and 88. Ding! It stopped at 88. Wow.
"HAH! OH YEAH! IN YOUR FACE KAITO SHION, IN YOUR FACE! WHO'S THE SHOTA NOW, HUH?" Len smugly shouted at Kaito's face.
People started to look at the two boys. Len just had to shout his name out. Now that I think about it, why aren't they wearing disguises?
"Good one, I must admit Len. But alas, you still look like a girl," Kaito said in mock pity.
Everyone stopped and stared. Len had been pointed out as well.
"Shut up, I bet you don't even have any manly qualities anyway besides your stupid face," Len challenged.
Kaito gave him a haughty smile and lifted up his t-shirt, revealing his well toned six-pack.
Oh. My. God.
Insert nosebleed action.
My eyes boggled out of my head as girly squeals erupted from the crowd. Len lost his words and became flustered. He knew Kaito won this round. After all, a stripping Kaito is a winning Kaito. Len grumbled and walked away, leaving us to catch up. Gumi and I caught each others eyes and we laughed like crazy. Luka joined us in our giggle fit.
"SHUT UP GUYS! It's not funny," Len screeched, trying to preserve the last of his dignity.
My eyes lit up as we approached a roller coaster. I loved roller coasters, the flying feeling in your stomach to the thrills of the ride. Gumi saw my excitement, and suggested we go ride the roller coaster. Everyone didn't seem to mind except Len. Once Gumi mentioned a roller coaster, he already looked uneasy.
"Uh guys...I'll just stay here and you know, uh wait for you all-"
"Is Len too afraid to ride the big bad roller coaster?" Kaito slyly asked.
"N-no! Fine, I'll ride it. But I'm going to the back-"
"Len, do you want to ride with me in the front? It'll be tons of fun," I add with a mischievous gleam in my eye. Kaito and I exchanged looks, knowing what to do.
"...o-ok."
Fistpump. This...will be interesting.
The line wasn't very long, so we got on the rollercoaster in no time. I was filled with energy, adrenaline pumping through my veins. Len looked like he was going to pee his pants when he sat in the cart with me. I put my hand over his for reassurance. He turned a bright red and looked away. I leaned in closer so that I could get a better look at him. I caught his glance and smiled, making him a shade of scarlet.
The rollercoaster creaked as we departure up into the sky. Len looks purple and gripped my hand firmly. Of course, being the evil person I am, I must take advantage of this. Once we were all at the tippy top, I grabbed his hand into the air and screamed as loud as I could. Len joined me, only it was filled with fear rather than joy. We made sharp turns and glided across downhill tracks. Everything was a rush. My hair wildly flailed as I screamed with excitement. I looked at Len, and he actually was smiling. I grinned too as we both yelled one last time, hand in hand.
The gang hopped off the ride, still feeling a little dizzy. Gumi wiggled her eyebrows as she discreetly pointed at my hands. My eyes widened as my hand slipped out of his. I saw Rin, glaring at me with intense ferocity. Chills shot through my spine as we walked towards our next destination. Turns out, we were heading towards the food court. I hungrily licked my lips as I went to a corn dog stand. Gumi was right behind me.
"So...you and Kagamine-san, huh?" she asked mischievously.
"What makes you think that?" I replied with complete confusion.
"Oh you know...nothing," Gumi said with a sneaky smile.
Gumi will be Gumi.
As soon as we got our corn dogs, we headed back to our table. Everyone was indulging in their food except Rin. She just sat there, having a staring contest with her orange smoothie. Me on the other hand, I had a corn dog, chili cheese fries, a coke and a large cotton candy I planned to share with Gumi. I felt like a pig compared to her.
"So I was wondering," I said, trying to make a conversation, "why aren't y'all wearing any disguises?"
"Gakupo-sama has the perimeter secured to make our visit less 'restricted'," Kaito replied in a professional manner.
"I'm glad he did. I personally don't like wearing wigs..." Luka added in.
"Hey Miku-chan, can we...talk for a second?" Rin asked me with a tight smile.
"Sure!" I replied cheerfully.
We both walked up to the candied apple stand. Rin gave me a murderous look.
"Do you know how annoying you are? I can't take it. Your slutty attitude is making my makeup melt and your voice is the most awful thing I have ever heard in my life. You're unfashionable, your hair looks like a rat's nest, you're a little whore, yet you seem like an angel to everyone. You didn't fool me, bitch. And you have two freakin man-gods in the palm of your hand. Don't you realize how I feel? Oh wait, you aren't even capable of that. Len always pays attention to you, smiles and laughs around you and does favors for you that he doesn't do for me! And the way he talks about you almost everyday, it's sickening. Stay away from him, ok? You should just die and rot away in HELL!" Rin screeched, causing everyone to look our way.
"I'm so sorry Rin, I didn't realize-" I said, but cut off by a slap to my cheek.
SMACK!
Rin was fuming at me. Rogue tears slipped from my eyes as I tenderly touch my cheek. It stings and feels numb. You couldn't imagine how I felt. Normal people would be very angry now. I on the other hand was crying. Crying for Rin. I was so inconsiderate to her. I took a bold step that made Rin flinch. I put my arms around her and embraced her in a hug.
"I a-apologize *sniff* for m-making you feel this way," I murmur.
At first, Rin looked like she was about to experience a heart attack. Then, she shoved me to the ground and went to the booth, grabbing a vat of melted caramel. My eyes widened as the sugary syrup covered me head to toe. I had just caramelized. I wiped the sticky sweetness off my face as I examine Rin. Her eyes expanded in horror and froze. She dropped the vat and ran off, trying to avoid the stares she was getting.
"MIKU! Oh god, let me help you up," Gumi anxiously said.
I slowly stood up as Gumi helped me. Kaito helped me too while Luka and Len began to wipe off some caramel.
"There's a beach over in the east part of the amusement park. I think they'll have a body rinse station somewhere," Luka informed.
I weakly nodded as I was led to the beach.
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After the slight rinse, I dried off my body. The caramel scent was still lurking around me, but it smelt sweet. Unfortunately, the lower half of my hair was a sticky mess. I had no choice. I quickly grabbed my two thick hair ties and ran off to a small dock. Despite the pleas of my friends, I kept running. I could hear multiple thuds of other feet.
As soon as I made it to the dock, I spotted the exact thing I needed. A fishing spear.
"Excuse me, may I use your fishing spear?" I asked the old fisherman.
"Of course. Be careful though, the blade is extremely sharp. Even the slightest contact with it can split your skin," the kind fisherman warned.
I nodded and looked at Gumi. She knew what I was going to do.
"But Miku, it took so long to grow out your hair," she said.
I gave her a sad smile as the spear sliced through my hair.
Thump.
A large clump of exotic teal hair lay near my feet. My hair felt lighter as I continued to cut it. At last it was done. My hair was now mid-back length. I handed back the spear to the baffled fisherman as I put the hair ties around my wrist. Perplexed emotions spread across everyone's face. Then I noticed white hair bow bouncing far from the dock near the edge of the beach. I instantly knew what to do.
"Guys, how about we go to the karaoke place a few blocks away? I'll meet up with you guys later. I have something important to do," I quickly say.
Before they could answer, I sped off to where I spotted the moving white hair bow. I looked back and saw Gumi walking off first with clumps of teal in her hands. Thanks goom-goom. I continued to run until I saw Rin, curled up into a ball. She was sniveling and shaking. I sat next to her, putting an arm around her. Rin twitched and looked up. She noticed my hair, according to her expression. I gave her a smile and sang her a lullaby.
"My dear princess,
oh how pretty you are,
I always will love you,
No matter where you are.
You may take wrong turns ,
and forget what is right,
but my love for you,
will show you the light.
So when I am old,
and no longer here,
remember my love,
and we will always be near."
I ended the short lullaby on a sweet note and looked at Rin. Her eyes were glassy as tears started to spill out. Quiet whimpers turned into sobbing. I stroked her hair, trying to calm her down. Once she stopped crying, she asked me a question.
"Where did you learn that song?"
"From my mom. She was going to finish the song...but then she got diagnosed with cancer and had to be hospitalized," I replied with my voice slightly cracking.
"...I'm sorry. I'm sorry I asked that. I'm sorry I was so rude to you. I'm sorry for being jealous. I'm sorry for everything I did. I just envied you so much. You're so beautiful and kind. You even forgave me for everything I did. I'm just an inconvenience," Rin confessed.
"Well, I'm sorry for not considering your feelings. I'm sorry for making you feel this way. You will never be an inconvenience to anyone. You're very beautiful Rin, and don't let people tell you otherwise. I know you have a kind heart. Rin, you're a wonderful person blinded by envy. Erase all of that nasty stuff and you'll be who you truly are," I confess as well.
"Thank you Miku-san. I also like your new hair. It looks nice."
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We both stood in front of the tinted door that led to all our friends. I looked at Rin and held her hand. She nodded and we opened the door. All heads were turned as we stepped in. Everyone looked at Rin. She inhaled and spoke to everyone.
"Minna...I'm so sorry for being so rude and mean. Please forgive me. I'm not expecting you too, but I just wanted to let you all know that I'm so sorry."
Everyone then looked at me. I gave Rin a big hug. Soon, all of us were hugging her. Once we pulled away, Rin smiled.
She smiled.
We all sat down as we ordered food and typed in numbers for requested songs.
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"Hey, I have an idea! Let's sing our own songs and see what our scores are!" Kaito suggested.
"That sounds fun! I want to try first," Luka chimed in.
She rummaged through the songbook and found one of her hit singles, Just Be Friends.
As music started, Kaito grabbed a tambourine and started dance around the room. Len and Rin became back dancers for Luka. I gave Gumi "The Look". She gave me a wicked smile, knowing what to do. We both hopped onto the table and started to do our famous Retarded Tango. Gumi and I looked crazy and no one cared.
"Luka Megurine: Just Be Friends. You got a score of 96 out of 100. Congratulations!"
Luka did an over-exaggerated bow as we all started to laugh. Kaito was up next. He punched in the numbers for Heartbeat Clocktower. The lights got low and the disco ball came down. Kaito stood on the table, doing the craziest dance ever. Luka, Gumi and I became back up dancers as Rin and Len started to make a beat with the tambourines.
"Kaito Shion: Heartbeat Clocktower. You got a score of 74 out of 100. Better luck next time!"
"WHAT? WHAT? HOW CAN THAT BE, IT'S EVEN MY OWN SONG," Kaito yelled at the screen. Everyone bursted into laughter.
Len swiped the controller and queued the song...oh god no. Even I knew this one. IT got him REAL popular after all.
"Len, why that song? It's so...eugh..." Kaito complained.
"Please. I'm just mature enough to sing it, unlike you," Len replied.
"Anything but this Len, we have younger audience with us," Luka commanded.
"But we're practically all the same age-"
"NO BUTS. You aren't singing Spice."
"Yes ma'am."
He changed it to a song called Fire Flower. Rin and I became back up dancers while Luka and Gumi were in charge of the tambourines. Kaito was dancing like there was no tomorrow.
"Len Kagamine: Fire Flower. You got a score of 75 out of 100. Better luck next time!"
"WHAT? B-but that's..." Len exclaimed dumbfounded.
"I know your pain bro," Kaito said.
While these two drama queens were busy, I quickly typed in a song for Rin. It was one of my favorites. Meltdown, by The Black Diamonds. As soon as the intro started, I handed Rin a microphone. She shook her head and mouthed no, but I just shoved it into her hands. Too late, the song already started.
Rin's voice was very small. I knew what I had to do. I grabbed a second microphone and stood with Rin, singing with her. Her confidence shot up as we got closer to the chorus. Then, we turned into rock stars. We were jamming out, head banging to making air guitars and piano playing movements. Soon, I slowly stopped singing until it was just Rin. She didn't notice until the end. Rin blushed as we all applauded.
"The Black Diamonds: Meltdown. You got a score of 96 out of 100. Congratulations!"
We applauded again, but I made some whooping noises, causing Rin to be embarrassed.
Her voice was absolutely amazing. Why did Gakupo tell me the exact opposite?
"Alright guys, here's for the famous Gumi Solo!" Gumi called out. "Miku, will you do the honors of picking for me?"
"Of course your highness," I replied with a fancy accent.
I punched in the numbers. As soon as I hit enter, the words Mozaik Roll by The Black Diamonds appear on to the screen. This was Gumi's song. I grabbed some fake sunglasses and model-walked my way to Gumi's side. I did an air guitar and head banged through the entire song.
"The Black Diamonds: Mozaik Roll. You got a score of 94 out of 100. Congratulations!"
After the chorus of applause and whooping, Gumi spoke through the mic.
"Is everyone ready to hear Miku perform?" She shouted.
"YEAH!" Everyone replied.
Gumi tossed me the mic and entered the song. Yes! It was one of my favorites as well! Abstract Nonsense by The Black Diamonds. I handed a bunch of crazy afroes, mustaches and sunglasses to everyone. Once we were set, I pushed start as I slid my sunglasses on. Everyone was either dancing like crazy or air guitaring by my side. Len kept glancing at me. At the end of the song, everyone did the normal applause.
"The Black Diamonds: Abstract Nonsense. You got a score of 98 out of 100. Congratulations!"
"IN YOUR FACES! HAH!" I said with triumph.
"So not fair. I'm going to beat you Miku," Len said cooly.
"Go ahead, I'd like to see you try."
"Me too! I deserve another chance!" Kaito shouted.
We all laughed. Singing, eating and sharing laughs was what we did the rest of the time. I can assure you that tonight was the best night of my life.
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Whoa. How many centuries have past? XD Really sorry y'all that it took so long. Now Rin isn't mean anymore! *celebrates Thanks for reading this long-awaited chapter. Now onwards to the review replyin'!
Reply To: Nekopyon
XD yes, yes he is. This chapter had a little Kaito vs. Len. Hope it met up to your expectations...*sweatdrop
Yeah because when you have 200,000 dollars, you gotta spend 'em on chocolate. XD
Lol, Gumi has a pile of Len posters in the secret cabin in the kitchen. You want one?
Alright, I'll try to update...gotta get my lazy butt off the sofa and type...XD
Reply To: its jate bro
ERMERGHERD CALM YO MILKSHAKES WOMAN! I'll try to update! XD
Ok, thanks for reading! Buh-bye~
