Title: The Rhythm Section
Author's note: This story is set in a projected future in which Hiro, Kisa, and Megumi all go to the same high school. You just know it's inevitable.
Hiro couldn't relax after lunch: he was nervous about Megumi's expression. 'He's gonna say something weird.'
The dark-eyed boy set down his juice and spoke deliberately. "Let's start a band."
Kisa was puzzled. "A band? Why?"
"Because we are all musically talented. Hiro-san plays the piano." True. "And Kisa-san is an excellent singer." Also true. "And I... am an expert... tambourinist."
'Are you STUPID?' Hiro wanted to scream, but Kisa spoke first. "What a great idea? We should do it!"
It was an insane, humiliating idea. And the worst part was, since Kisa wanted it, Hiro couldn't say no.
Another challenge drabble! (As are the next several). This challenge came from ChipsAhoyPop, the challenge is "Band", and this story is the first of two I've written on the subject. The second one will be appearing in a couple of weeks.
If you want to give me a challenge of your own, click to my author's profile page, where there's a link to my challenge forum. I love challenges! Thanks!