ACT 2: Magnet: Chapter 1

If you don't like mild yuri themes bugger off.

Monday April 28, 2014

8:15

As I walk into class I can tell today isn't normal. I can see two new colors of hair sitting in Rei and I's section. Teal and Pink. My two best friends in the world were sitting in front of me, with innocent smiles on their faces as if there wasn't a problem that an aspiring Idol along with an actual one were sitting in my class. Not to mention they are in the year above mine. Miku grinned.

"Before you yell at us Rin-Rin, we want to say that we love you!"

"Why. Are. You. In. My. Class."

I'm sure you are asking yourself; Why is Rin-chan angry that her friends are in her class? I would answer with the simple problem that they are my best friends. They know me in and out thus, they will probably proceed to annoy and embarrass me to no end. I introduce Luka to Miku praying that they will get along. To my relief, the two girls seem to get along. I guess opposites attract. Both of them are similar, they have sides they show public and sides they only show to their friends. When in public, Miku is energetic. But in reality, she is rather shy and cautious.

Currently Luka is doing her typical tsundere senpai act and Miku is smiling away completely unaware(or so it seems) of what seems like a couple of her fans are staring at her and myself. While she is receiving looks of longing and admiration, I'm getting a feeling of murderous intent. I suddenly realize that if this is what I am going through, I can understand why Rei had been so scared for his life when he was dating her. Speak of the devil.

"Hey Rin-chan!"

Look who is here, prince scruffles. His hair is untidy and his clothes are wrinkled but instinctively I feel safer feeling him so close to me. His voice is rough from sleepiness and he is definitely mumbling. He gives me a hug which I lean into not thinking about who we are with.

"EEEEEEEEEEEEE! Are my two favorite people in the world actually together?"

"No not yet."

What did Rei say?

MIku's squeal startles several of the students around us. Her clear voice and ability to hit extremely high notes had made her famous, now the second reason was making us deaf. I winced. How could she be so energetic? Even Rei who seems like nothing could wake him up, blinks and blearily asks why a siren had gone of next to us. Even Luka laughs.

"Anyways, why are you two here?"

"Well I had just transferred in and it seems like the third year class was too small so it is going to be joined with the second year class."

Really? Looking around I can see several tired third years looking uncomfortable as their younger counterparts crowded around them asking questions about vocal techniques and such. I spotted Lia(or IA as she prefers), and Gumi-sensei's daughter(she uses the same name).

I smiled, IA was smiling and acting like a big sister while Gumi was looking around for help as younger students swarmed her desk.

Its was nice to see them again, all of our parents had friends been friends and we had often played together until my parents had had their accident. I always felt like something was missing when I looked at them, not them exactly but it was as if my memories were trying to put a person sitting next to them. A flash of blond hair helping a young Gumi to tie her shoe, a yellow necktie helping a small IA to sing for the first time. What was I missing?

11:00

"Kagamine, please solve the equation on the board."

Sensei points to one of the geometry problems written in chalk. The problem written is a basic problem and I solve it easily before taking my seat. I notice out of the corner of my eye, Luka passing Miku a note. I don't think much of it only hoping it wasn't them swapping stories about me. Miku gives Luka a look and nods.

"Megurine! Hatsune! Please pay attention or I will be forced to have you stay after school."

Gackpo-sensei glares at them over his glasses. Thats the Gackpo-sensei for you. He teaches two subjects and still manages the position of principal. His long purple hair only adds to the mysterious quality of him.

Both of them blush as giggling can be heard from around the class. I shake my head amazed at how similar the two of them are. Class ends quickly and I open my bento contentedly. The smell of food permeates the room as the other students start eating their lunch. Where are those two? Is it my imagination or did I see teal hair disappearing around the corner of the door frame. I quickly pack up my half eaten lunch and follow them. I can tell they are on their way to the roof as Luka was the only person besides myself(And Rei I guess) who knows about how the door is unlocked. Why are they going up there and why didn't they tell me?

When I get to the door my eyes widen. The two had left the door open a crack and what I saw nearly floored me. On the roof Miku and Luka stood facing each other, they seemed to be dancing. They move with such extreme grace that I am almost hypnotized. I can't hear any music yet I can realize that any music would've made the spectacle plain. They were doing their own dance, to the music in each others heads. A dance in perfect silence.

As they finish the end with their hands together looking into each others eyes. Could they be… I feel my heart stop as Luka looks down at Miku, their faces draw closer to each other, lips pursed. When their lips touch, I feel a wave of emotions wash over my heart. The anger that they didn't trust me enough to kept this a secret, the momentary disgust at them and myself for feeling that way, finally was worry. If society learned of this they would be shunned and hurt. As I return to class, I realize that I want to support their love in any way possible.

12:52

"Where's Rei?"

The boy who had been screaming with Rei on friday, places his finger against his forehead thoughtfully, his bleached blonde bangs falling into his face.

"I think he said something about doing a tour for golden week."

"He had to leave this early?"

"I guess…"

I thanked him before moving back to my seat. I look at Rei's empty desk. I guess I don't matter enough to say goodbye in person. We have only just met after all, why should he say goodbye? I barely notice Luka and Miku returning to the classroom so I jump when one of them touches my shoulder.

"Rin-chan, are you ok? You're crying…"

Miku looks angry.

"Who did this? I'm going to kick their ass until there isn't even enough left to apologize!"

I attempt to force the sobs down while I explain to them how Rei had disappeared without a word.

"Rin, don't worry, I'm sure that he had wanted to say goodbye but was called away before he got a chance. Why weren't you there for him to say goodbye to anyway?"

I freeze how could I tell them? Oh, I just was watching you two smooching on the roof! I decide that I actually should just tell the truth. They are my friends right? They won't be angry.

"I was following you two."

Miku and Luka look at each other. Then look at me, a look of determination burning in their eyes.

"Rin-chan, please understand that we don't care if anyone discovers our relationship, we just ask that you don't spread t around as it would be very difficult for us. We love each other dearly and wouldn't be able to live if we were separated."

I nod. I will help them through this, I swear it.

1:00

Today is one of the few days where Kaito-san lets us work on what we want. These happen on days few and far between. He lets us work on any subject we want which is usually music and if the whole class agrees, he will sometimes sing one of his songs for us. today was one of those days

Before Kaito-san was a teacher, he spent most of his young years as a dark horse idol, much like Rei. He had a large fanbase but was never really put onto any mainstream media. His voice is relaxing and makes you feel like you are listening to enka when he sings pop.

"Kai~to! Kai~to! Kai~to! Kai~to! Kai~to!"

We chant his name as he steps up to the microphone that we have in almost all of the classes. He smiles shyly and takes a breath.

"Hanamichi wo usuku terashite..."

Kaito launches into his song, "Jougen no tsuki". The words of this song usually bring me to tears but today I just listen with my eyes closed. Kaito-san's voice washes over me, his soft words drifting through my heart.

When he finishes the song he asks Miku to come up with him.

"Hatsune, will you please sing and dance with me?"

"Yes, sensei!"

Kaito shakes his head embarrassed muttering something about "his dignity" and "just call me -san"

Kaito presses play on the remote for the stereo system.

The sound of violins can be heard as Kaito-san takes Miku's hand. The two begin in what looks like a waltz.

"arifureta koigokoro ni ima wana wo shikakete wazukana sukima nimo ashiato nokosanai yo…"

The blue haired pair are captivating, every movement perfect. I almost hate myself for thinking it but I think they are almost better then when Luka and Miku were dancing. As the song finishes, Kaito bows to Miku.

"You're mother sang that song with me. It is an honor to be able to sing with her daughter."

Miku smiles and comes back to join me. Luka looks quite jealous right now but miku soothes her by giving her a quick kiss on the cheek when everyone is watching Kaito-san.

Currently he and the other students are trying to decide what to do next. One of them seems to have an idea that the rest of the agree to.

"Alright, it has been decided. We are going to be rewatching the performances from last friday."

It take's a second for that to sink in for me. This means we will be watching Rei and I's performance. The one where we kissed. I'm torn between wanting to see Rei and I singing, and wanting to avoid having the whole class see us kiss for a second time.

"EHHHHH, KAITO-SAN! Can we please skip my performance?"

kaito nods and presses the skip button as the image of Rei and I walking onto the stage appears. Nothing happens. He tries again but there is no response. The remotes not working? I can't do anything now, I cover my face as I can hear Rei start to sing. His voice high but strong and I can see what that article ment when they said that his voice would steal your heart. I hadn't been paying attention when he had been singing before and I realize that if I had, I would have been breathless. Gorgeous. That was the only way to describe Rei. His voice, his stage presence, his face, everything. This was why he was an idol.

I watch in horror as the Rei in the TV finishes the song and takes hold of the TV me's waist. When our digital lips meet I feel as if red were an energy source then I would've been able to power a city.

"You little minx! I thought you said you weren't going out with him!"

Miku and Luka clap me on the back, their faces decorated with a smile that looks like it had been painted on.

"Why are you angry? I thought you guys already had ea… already had someone."

The two wink and swoop down giving me a kiss on either cheek. Talk about over affectionate.

"Thats our little secret."

I held Onii-chan's hand as I felt the warmth slipping out of it. Onto the road.

Onii-chan wake up!

His eyes fluttered. My heart leaped.

Rin. Don't cry for me. I don't want your beautiful face to be stained with tears. Promise me.

I nodded, already fighting back the streams of salt water that was threatening to pour from my eyes.

I could see the light slip from his blue eyes.

Sorry Onii-chan, I can't keep that promise.

Tuesday April 29, 2014

Shōwa day was a day for reflection on that one Shōwa emperor's unstable era, a holiday where young people like me should relax and have a small amount of respite before continuing with schoolwork. Instead Shōwa day was always weird for me. I had always spent the majority of the day at home sleeping, or studying. Luka had always tried to get me to go out, insisting that I had no "Japanese spirit" and so on.

"I guess that I'll just stay in again today."

Thats what I'd like to do. Instead I'm sitting in my living room with a two masses of pink and teal next to me. Each holding a different game.

"Let's play that american game, truth or dare!"

"No! Lets play the King game!"

I place my head in my hands.

"Why are you guys here? Please just let me be."

"We both thought that you never have fun on Shōwa day-"

"-so we came to liven up your morning!"

Already completing each others sentences, definitely a couple made for each other.

"Hey. You have a nice look on your face, thinking of me?"

Where did he come from? Rei stands next to me where I was leaning on the arm of the couch. He was dressed head to toe in black and gold, make-up staining the skin under his eyes silver. What's this? Why don't I…

"I was passing by on the to a show and I thought I would visit you."

"HOW DO YOU KNOW WHERE I LIVE?"

Rei ignored me, Miku was asking him about one of their idol friends and Luka was sleeping, resting her head on my shoulder.

Something seemed different. Something about Rei. Was it the way he looked? No. Was it his speech? No. It wasn't the way he acted either. What was wrong about him, I wasn't able to place it.

Rei leaves, saying something about having to go perform in Singapore.

"Did you guys notice something different about Rei today?"

"Nope." "Nadda"

The two other girls look at me oddly.

"He was exactly the same as he is usually."

Really? I'm sure there was something was different. When I was with him I had felt something off about him… No. It was about me… I had felt cold. It takes me a second to realize it.

I no longer was in love with him.

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-Yamada Sora

山田空