A/N: Here's the last part to this fic, I hope you've all enjoyed it! By the way, the song is called - naturally - Just What I Need, by Rufus King.
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Michiru, please listen-- Haruka tried to explain, as she pushed her way through the group of students leaving class at the signal of a bell. It's not what you think!
It's not what I think!? Michiru suddenly turned on her, So then, you two weren't kissing?!
Well, yeah--but--it wasn't my fault!
Oh right, so she just tripped and landed of your lips.
By then, there was a small group that had formed around the two of them, all of their eyes looking down upon both of them.
Just stop it Haruka! I don't want to hear any more of it from you!! She suddenly shouted in her face, turning on her heels and storming down the hallway. The group began to dissipate, each whispering quietly to their friends. Haruka however, stood there motionless; she had tried after every class to catch her, but it seemed now like a waste of time. Michiru had just ignored her and tried to lose her in the crowds, but this was the first time that she had actually said something to her. Sighing in defeat, she turned and headed to her locker, when she suddenly turned into one of the hallways, a perfect idea springing into her head.
//Later That Evening//
Cheers and applause erupted into the air as the lights went out when the opening show ended, all of the different band members leaving the stage to the change rooms to get ready for their respective performances. Even though Haruka wasn't sure whether or not Michiru had shown up, she was still sure to steer clear of the girl who had kissed her the other day.
Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the finals of the Battle of the Bands! Five finalists will compete for the highly coveted national title in tonight's extravagant show! The announcer stopped for a moment as he let the crowd burst into a fury of applause, hollering for their fave bands. Tonight, we'll be getting the show started with Starlit Dream!! A wave of pink and purple posters were flashed through the air as five girls took the stage.
Meanwhile backstage, Haruka ran a hand through her short, sandy blonde hair. Don't worry, she'll be here. One of her band mates reassured, slapping a hand on her back.
She asked, turning around to face him.
He grinned and took a seat, I can't believe it, you think that I wouldn't know about a certain aqua-haired girl?? You do go to our school, right? Haruka continued to give him a confused look. Just because it's such an elite' prep academy doesn't mean that we don't act like normal students. If you asked me, news does travel rather fast ...
The blonde chuckled lightly and picked up her guitar, playing a few chords here and there. Well ... I hope she is.
Like I said before, don't worry.
Highwinds!! You're the last group, make sure it's a good finale!! A stage manager in the back shouted in their direction, cueing them to get ready.
Haruka took a deep breath and stood up, leading her band towards the wings to set up. Everyone remembers the song, right? she suddenly asked, her stomach churning up her insides.
How could we forget after you made us practice it for six whole hours! One joked, poking her side.
The lights dimmed down as the band on stage finished, and as the current group exited Haruka and her friends took the stage, getting ready for their final performance. Ladies and gentlemen, tonight's final performance, please give them a warm applause, Highwinds!!
You got me feeling those butterflies inside
In your locker I would hide
The truth, It's only you I see
And you're just what I need
I'd bring you flowers everyday
Just to roll you in the hay
Well I'm feeling fine
I'm right on time
I know I'll get my way
And you're just what I need
You're just what I need
Not everything works as it seems
Is that so hard to believe
So I went down to the record store
To pick my head up off the floor
The truth it's only you see
And you're just what I need
And if it's tomorrow that you fear
Let me make this very clear
Well I'm feeling fine
I'm right on time
I know I'll get my way
And you're just what I need
You're just what I need
Not everything works as it seems
Is that so hard to believe
The crowd hollered as Haruka broke out into her guitar solo, something they had come to expect in all of their performances.
I'd bring you flowers everyday
Just to roll you in the hay
Well I'm feeling fine
I'm right on time
And I know I'll get my way
And you're just what I need
You're just what I need
Not everything works as it seems
Is that so hard to believe
And you're just what I need
You're just what I need
Not everything works as it seems
Is that so hard to believe
Once the song finished, there were girls swarming everywhere, and before they got off the stage Haruka tried to catch a sign, a glimpse, anything--she was pulled off the floor into the back by the stage manager who started yelling something about clearing quickly like they had practiced in rehearsals.
Did you see her? A band mate asked, looking anxious.
Haruka shook her head,
The rest of her group looked at each other before shrugging and sitting down next to their friend to give her moral support. You don't need her for a girlfriend anyway. Yeah, look at all those girls out there just _dying_ for a date! I'm pretty sure I even saw a couple guys! And you'll always have us to put them through the clearing process. We'll make sure that they pass a series of mind and physical tests before we let anyone date you!
They all burst out into a fit of laughter when the stage manager suddenly came bursting in on them telling them to quiet down as they were about to announce the runner-ups and winner.
Finally, we're ready to announce this year's winners of the Battle of the Bands! Yet again, there were cheers all throughout the audience and once they finally calmed down the announcer continued on. The 2nd place runner up, Lusion! Three girls ran up front to collect their trophy, grinning widely as they did. The 1st place runner up is, Starlit Dream!! Once again, a group of girls ran up, bouncing around like five year-old school girls.
What's with all the girl groups? Haruka heard her friend whisper; she shrugged her shoulders in response.
And finally, this year's winner of the Tokyo National Battle of the Bands Competition - drum roll please - Highwinds! The group bursted onto the stage with raging happiness, hugging each other to congratulate themselves for their hard work. Haruka held up their rather large trophy to a screaming audience, who was apparently very happy with the winners of the competition. Her friends proceeded to now be the five year-old school girls, jumping up and down as listening to Haruka's rantings finally paid off. The blonde however, looked to the side when she suddenly heard a familiar melodic voice amongst the screams and cheers. She spotted Michiru standing near the centre of the stage, just behind several photographers who were rapidly clicking away at their cameras.
Even her band mates turned and watched as Haruka jumped off the stage and pushed her way through to get to Michiru, where they immediately met in a warm hug. I didn't see you--I didn't think--you weren't--I wanted to--the girl--I didn't want that--she just came--and then you--and I tried-- Words failed to come to the blonde's mouth, so Michiru spoke for her instead.
I heard what happened ... and I'm sorry for saying those things to you before. It just seemed like ... well, you know. Afterwards I made my friends take me along, and we were just in time to catch your performance. That song was beautiful!! And it was even better that you guys won!!
It was all because of you that we won. I don't think I could've written that if it wasn't for you. Haruka finally stammered out, but before she could say anymore, Michiru put her arms around her neck and pulled her down as they met in a passionate kiss. The photographers nearly went insane, but they seemed to be in a different world at the moment. They were both a little out of breath once they finally broke apart, leaning on each other for support. Michiru, I have a confession to make.
Oh? And what's that? She raised an eyebrow, getting slightly nervous.
You're just what I need. The smaller girl grinned as she looked into Haruka's eyes, before they interlocked their lips sealing their love forever.
~The End~
