Seina explained the situation, about her recent date:
"Back when we were dating, Steven and I were a great couple; despite the fact that he was treated wrong. Anyway, he took me to the amusement park, where we rode on many rides, including the tunnel of love. Our romance lasted a couple of months… but I knew that it was time to say goodbye… for now…"
Chapter 11
Someday, I'll Understand…
(WoodChip – Part 2)
Seina then walked with Steven, "Hey, Steven… I know how you are in the band… so… I know Peter & Mizuki are dating and Percy and Farra are married…"
She was nervous.
"Seina," he said, "Don't worry. You and I will get through it. I love you. You're the ONLY girl I cared for. Even if I am a douche, the guys have nothing on me."
"Steven…" She said, "Please, trust me on this… I never intended to date a guy like you, but you have such features."
Steven said, "Is this a rip?"
Seina giggled, "Oh, no."
(Seina): Steven then did, what he does best… gloat.
(Farra): Of course.
Steven then gloated, "Steven Cooke is happy for you. I mean, everyone I know is happy to be in love! I'm like the LAST person to become loving and caring. But these douchebags have nothing on me! Seina Katsura-Cooke will be a great edition!"
Seina snuffed, "I don't plan on marriage soon."
Steven grinned, "Aw, too soon? Okay, then. Of course, Heather married immediately, and look where she ended up: two girls and a steady hubby from overseas!"
Seina smiled and she held her head and laughed, "Well, at least I know that even a jerk like you, (No offense), can be honest and friendly towards your bandmates."
(Heather): Why isn't he saying the remark?
(Michelle): Will you shut up and let her finish?
Steven said, as he replied, "Seina… perhaps maybe we can share a kiss."
Seina blushed and said, "No."
"What?"
"You heard me. NO!"
Steven said, "Well, don't be snippy. You don't have to be such an asshole."
Seina gasped, "I most certainly am not!"
Steven pleaded, "One kiss…"
Seina turned away and said, "Uh… We need to talk."
She then said, "Steven, about what we've been through, I think we should separate for a while."
(Peter): DUDE! You never mentioned THAT!
(Steven): Sorry. I kind of forgot that part.
(Seina): May I continue?
(Peter): Sorry, bra.
Seina added, "It's not you… it's me. You see, I love you so much, I just cannot take it. I was gonna dump you, since you're very arrogant and self-absorbed, but…"
Steven said, "No, you can tell me. I know you. You used to date that douche Percival and was proposed to, but you turned it down, you got Farra scared, which was HER doing, and you even made Mayura into an obsessive lover."
Seina then started to cry, as Steven tried to hold her.
It was from here, I said the words that made me lose love:
"Steven Cooke… wouldn't date me… even if… even if…"
She then kissed Steven and said goodbye. Then she ran off. Steven was heartbroken.
"Wait…" he thought in confusion, "What was she gonna say?"
"I remember now!" Steven said, "Seina broke up with me, because…"
Farra snuffed, "She couldn't say. She wanted time apart."
Peter smiled, "So that's why?"
Farra grew livid, as she charged at Percival, "YOU LIAR!"
Mizuki and Peter restrained her.
"Farra! Dude, calm down!" Peter said.
Mizuki cried, "You're going to make this worse!"
Heather asked, "I'm confused… What was the reason you broke up? Were you pregnant?"
Seina said, "No."
Michelle inquired, "Was it an illness?"
Seina responded, "No. But my sister is sickly."
Mizuki asked, "Was it another guy?"
Seina giggled, "Goodness, no."
Peter cheered, "It has to be… your parents!"
Seina shouted, "GOD! Shut up! NO, NO, and triple NO!"
Mayura then said, "You can tell me."
Seina then responded, "Well… you see…"
"Out with it, you shameful woman!" Kandy snapped.
Seina then said the real reason why they broke up:
"It's because… It was a bet from my classmates, back then!"
"WHAT?" They all gasped.
"I'm sorry," she said, "Kotoha and I approved on a bet we made, which was actually a dare-."
Farra snapped, "Which is it: a bet or a dare?"
Peter responded, "You better answer us, before Farra loses it."
Seina looked away and said, "It was… It was both… Kotoha bet that I can date a celebrity for fifty Yen, before I graduate. However, one of my classmates dared me to date the unpopular Steven Cooke. But when we met, it was true love at first sight."
Percival said, "That's why they dated… And why Farra thought that it was me."
Seina then turned to Steven and said, "I'm sorry. I didn't mean to break the news and belittle the truth. Percival called me here to make things right."
Michelle raised her hand and said, "I made him talk. He confessed."
Peter cheered, "I'm a witness! I was there, too."
Percival growled at them, "Thanks a lot!"
Farra glared at him, "Is this true?"
Percival nervously chuckled and then gave up.
"Yes…"
Farra slapped him and shouted, "HOW DARE YOU?"
Heather pleaded, "Farra, please."
She then said, about Steven, "For once, I thought you were smart, and I figured that Steven pretty much deserves what he gets for losing Seina. But this? You're low!"
Mizuki snapped, "And FYI, Steven is dating a robot, i.e. Kandy! And she has been through tough times."
Peter said, "Duh. She dated a werewolf."
Mizuki said in confusion, "I did not know that…"
Peter giggled, "Nick told me the whole story. I'll tell you later."
Farra then turned to Steven and said, "Steven… Can you forgive me? I figured that you might be berating the truth."
Steven smiled, as he shook her hand. He turned to Seina and then said something about her:
"Seina, I know deep down in my heart I wanted to forgive you, but you know darn well that while we were separated, Steven Cooke found a new hot chrome flame."
Seina shouted, "She's not a robot!"
Kandy barked, "You really want to know?"
She then opened her waist panel and showed her her gears and wires. Seina gasped.
"You are a robot…" she said.
Kandy smiled, "And proud of it… but I'm not ashamed. I say it a lot to people I know, even people who don't believe me or know me; but I am very honest."
Seina then said, as she apologized, "I'm sorry I called you a man-stealer…"
Kandy said, "I'm sorry I called you a home wrecker."
Steven then said to Seina, "Seina… be reasonable… I know we had our time together… but…"
He then bragged, which broke Seina's heart:
"Steven Cooke will never date someone, because of a dare! Steven Cooke dates honest women, unlike another douche!"
"Excuse me?" Percival shouted.
Steven then said to Seina, "I'm sorry… We're through… forever!"
Kandy hugged him and said, "Aw, that was mean… But at least you were honest."
Peter was in tears, as Mizuki held him tight, "Aw, don't cry…"
"I'm not crying!" He cried, "I think I'm gonna sneeze again soon!"
Farra then said, "And girl, the next time you decide to date that loser, don't do it when you want to make a bet."
Michelle snuffed, "Yeah… You heartless little twonk."
Peter asked, "Wha?"
They walked away, as Seina was heartbroken.
Farra huffed, "Enjoy the rest of the show… You heartbreaker…"
Heather then said, "Seina Katsura-Cooke… What a joke."
Michelle sighed, "I am beginning to think that they were not meant to be… Imagine… 50 sodding Yen for a date and a kiss? You could buy an escort like that for £5,000."
Farra tugged Percival's ear and snuffed, "Let's go, idiot… When this is over, I know a certain rich boy that is sleeping on a new couch!"
"Ow! Farra! Listen to reason!" He groaned.
"If Seina wants to date, she could date my ex-boyfriend," Mizuki said.
Peter giggled, "Poor devil! Fifty Yen? That's like a US quarter!"
He laughed heartily, as Mayura looked at Seina, who was shattered emotionally. The Gang had lost all respect for her.
"Hey, will you be okay?" She asked.
Seina held her tears and said, "Sure. I'm okay."
Richard called out, "Hey, Mayura! We're going to be on tomorrow, so shake a leg!"
Mayura then ran off, while looking at Seina.
"Sorry…" She said, "I really am… Hang in there, Seina."
Seina was alone, in thought, holding her tears.
Seina then cringed, while trying not to cry, "Steven Cooke is the one… I love… He's dating an honest female robot… And I am… I… am…"
She then wailed, "WAH! STEVEN! WAH-AH-AH!"
She dropped to her knees and bawled continuously. Mayura heard her cries and was upset.
"I know how you feel…" she said, "I think maybe I'll make you change your mind."
The next day, Mayura and Richard were set to go on for The Gang-Wave. Of course, before that, Sarah and Asou were on stage, getting ready to perform their duet.
Michelle announced on the mic, "Ladies and gentlemen, Gang-Wave's Sarah Adiemus and Hiro Asou!"
Asou whispered, "Hiroyoshi…"
Michelle snuffed, "Whatever…"
The song began, which was a lively pop tune. Yakumo played the keyboard, Rei played the guitar, Nick was on the drums, and Eri was on the bass.
(Sarah): I dreamed of this moment
This moment of truth
I dreamed of the day that we met
(Asou): I dreamed it, too
The moment I knew
I dreamed of the day we met
(Sarah): I met a guy who is simply cute
He's very strong and simply great
When we see each other, it's like my heart
is playing the friendly mate
I knew about you, and truly so
But my heart doesn't go
I wish that we were simply friends
So I want to know…
(Sarah & Asou): Are we truly friends?
So, strong and true
Are we simply BFFs?
Are we truly friends
Just me and you
Just stick with each other…
…like we are friends
(Sarah): Hey, Asou-Senpai, is it just me or are we simply friends?
(Asou): Glad you ask. I have a girlfriend at home.
(Sarah): Oh…. That's why.
(Asou): I met a gal, as cute as a button
Even though I have a love
When I saw you, all small a petite
it's like my heart has rose above
You're simply cute, honest, and rather nice
But my heart doesn't go
I wish that we were simply friends
But I think that we need to know…
(Sarah & Asou): Are we simply friends? (Eri & Yakumo): (Simply friends)
So, strong and true
I think that it's simply true
Are we simply friends? (Simply friends)
Just me and you
Just stick with each other…
…like we are friends…
Like you!
(Music ends)
The crowd cheers, as Sarah and Asou bowed. Mayura and Richard then started to prepare. Rei appeared and spoke with Mayura.
"I heard what happened," he said, "Sucks to be Seina, now."
Mayura smiled, "Oh, that's okay. I wrote this song for Seina and Hot Percival."
Richard said, "We happened to practice it, all night. Mayura forbid me to drink late night liquor."
Mayura spoke, "I'm underage."
"Me, too," Rei said.
Mayura thought, "This is for Kandy and Steven, as well. I felt bad for what happened today. Maybe Seina will understand."
The PA announced, "Ladies and gentlemen, Richard Moore and Mayura Ichikawa!"
Mayura approached the mic with a guitar in hand. Richard was on the keyboard.
"People, this song is dedicated to one single person in my life," she said.
Farra smirked, "I think she means you, darling."
Percival groaned, "Oh, please… She's going to sing a sultry song about me."
Mizuki whispered, "I think I see dejection in Mayura."
Peter asked, "Really? How can you tell?"
Mayura then said, as she signaled to Richard, "This is for my best friend… Seina."
Farra gasped, "What?"
Seina said, in the crowd, "Me?"
The Gang was befuddled, as the music played in a similar beat than "Imagine".
(Slow music begins)
(Mayura): I love the guy that I love
But my heart… was broke in two
No happiness, at all
I was still thinking about you
I wanted to say it to your face
But you wouldn't give me the space
Hey, hey… Oh…
You came to me, and you said
We wanted to share a kiss
But you left me, when you said
That you'd want an honest miss
I wanted to say it to your face
But you'd never give me the time or place…
Oh, ho!
I'll never know why a rose can look so sweet and pure
As it holds it head up high, and looks to its future
Why I'll forevermore cannot hold your hand
Someday… I'll understand…
(Mayura plays a small solo)
(Peter): Dude… she's good.
(Farra): Amazing…
(Mayura): I'll never find another guy like you
maybe I was foolish enough
I acted cheap and worthless
But maybe I wasn't tough
I wanted to say to your face
But you never give me the time and place
Oh, ho, oh!
I'll never know why a rose can look so sweet and pure
As it holds it head up high, and looks to its future
Why I'll forevermore cannot hold your hand
Someday… I'll understand…
(Music ends)
The crowd was booming in roars, as Mayura was laughing. The Gang was speechless and somewhat in shame.
Seina was crying, "Thank you… Mayura…"
The crowd cheered, "MAYURA! MAYURA! MAYURA! MAYURA!"
Percival was feeling uneasy. Peter and Farra felt bad, as well.
Steven said in anger, "So, now you know…"
He said, "I know how you guys feel, since I broke up with Seina. I am in love again, but at least Mayura was honest about someone other than that asshole, meaning you, Percival P. Heartbreaker."
Percival growled, but Heather stopped her.
Michelle said, "Pfft! Go date your pathetic robot!"
Steven said, "I stick by my word. Steven Cooke… loves Kandy Potter. Seina Katsura is out of my life forever."
He then cried, "But I miss her so much!"
He started to bawl, as the rest of the Gang comforted him.
Michelle narrated, "Steven Cooke may be the biggest wanker we've ever met, but at least we treat him as one of our friends."
Farra said to him, "Hey, Steven, it's okay. I know how you feel. I broke up with a guy, because he killed a man. Now, I'm married to a guy that I love (before I throttle him, when we leave here)."
Steven sniffled, "What about the rest of you? Don't you care that you had a true love?"
Peter, Heather, and Mizuki turned away.
The only fate of love members (Peter & Mizuki equals comfort and love; Heather & Steven N. equals unexpected love; Farra & Percival are for true love and Michelle is a single mother, with adopted son)
Farra then hugged Steven and said, with tears in her eyes, "I think I understand, too."
She started to cry, as Steven smiled, "I see you respect me now. Listen, when this is over, I promise I'll be nice to you guys; even if it means not being leader... like you said..."
Farra sobbed, "Just shut up… I… If I offended you, all those years, I'm sorry."
Heather mocked, "Blah, blah, blah… One minute later, Farra will revert back to normal and she'll forget what happened here."
Peter smiled, "I forget on occasions…"
Mizuki glared at him, "Really? Then what is my birthday?"
Peter stammered, as Percival grumbled, "Idiots…"
Kandy watched on and was crying, too.
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Seina was on the bench, eating an ice cream bar.
She thought aloud, "Mayura's song cut deep into me. My first true love, Steven Cooke; and I messed it all up… big time."
She started to sprout tears in her eyes, as Kandy saw her.
"Hey…" she said, "I am so sorry… for everything those bullies did to you."
Seina sobbed, "It's okay… Steven Cooke is now out of my life."
Kandy sat down and said, "Don't cry. You're gonna make me cry."
Seina then asked Kandy if she wanted a bite of her ice cream.
"I'm not used to eating cold food, but I'll try," she said, "I'm used to eating ice cream, when I overheat."
"They say that eating ice cream is best for break-ups…" Seina said.
"May I?" Kandy asked.
Seina giggled, as Kandy took a bite.
"Steven… You're so lucky…" Seina thought, "You deserve someone… like her…"
She then whispered, "Steven… Goodbye…"
Kandy asked, "You okay?"
Day three of WoodChip came, as The Gang-Wave was ready to perform its next song. This time, it was Emily Maynard's turn. She was dressed in a one-piece ice blue dress, with a white undershirt.
Emily winked, "We ready?"
Nick and Kandy gave the thumbs-up. Miranda manned the microphone and guitar. All Heather could do was watch in fear.
Mizuki asked her, "Is there something we should know?"
Heather sighed, "I know it's not much to explain, but back when I was in England, I was a kid's dream as a young pop idol. However, that song ruined me…"
She then glared, "And that little brat is going to repeat history? I'm dead!"
Mizuki asked, "What happened?"
Heather whimpered, "It's was my demo song. The company back in Bristol hated it, but they loved my voice."
Heather then explained to Mizuki about her young career and the song that changed her forever…
Yes, I know… best left untold 'til later. For now, we listen in on one of the Gang's youngest prodigies.
Stay tuned for the final chapter of the Gang-Wave… with the biggest finale ever…
Mayura then approached Percival and asked, "Uh… Percival?"
He said, "Oh, hey. What is it?"
Mayura then held him tight and said, "Goodbye…"
She ran off, leaving Percy confused.
"What was that all about?"
Mayura was laughing, as she got to hug Percival… or so we thought…
"I touched him…" she cheered, "Ooh… I touched him…"
We'd rather not say where…
