The Ringer

by Jhiz

This is a drabble exercise about a new challenge Kyoko has been given to master. Hopefully she and I are up to the challenge. Each entry will be 200 words, no more, no less, cause that is after all the purpose of the things. I am not sure why the word count changed on this when they changed the format but I like the tale as it is so I don't think I am going to edit back to 200.

25. The Ringer

"I can't handle this stress," Kyoko whispered conspiratorially to her Ren doll. The door to the LoveMe room creaked, and the teen quickly hid the miniature.

Chiori and Kanae greeted their friend then immediately demanded to hear about the audition and results.

"I believe it went well," Kyoko admitted with a nervous blush. "I think they liked my portrayal, but I can't be sure how it compared. There was another actress who was stunning and did a great job with the romantic scene with Tsuruga-san."

"Tsuruga-san is Masanori?" Kanae questioned.

"I have that distinct pleasure," Ren confirmed as he entered the room followed by Yashiro.

"Any news yet?" the manager inquired.

"No."

The door squeaked again. All eyes bored into the department head. Sawara smiled.

"Congratulations, Kyoko-san. You've been offered your movie debut."

The room erupted in well wishes and congratulations. Kyoko glowed and sighed in relief.

"See, Mogami-kun, nothing to worry about," whispered Ren in her ear.

"After all, you were the ringer," he stressed. "The obvious choice."

Of course, he was right.