The next morning, in a hotel in Brookyln, Mio was in bed, as she was yawning. She sat up, as she was naked. She held the blanket over her, as she said, "Oh, man… What a night, last night…"

She saw that Geo was gone. He left a note to her, as she read it:
"Dear Mio,
Had to go with my band, to prepare for the big day. We'll talk, later. Also, I hope this will keep you focused and not get scared. See you later, after the show.
Geo."

Mio hugged the note, as she whispered, "Oh, Geo… I love him."

Saturday, July 17th, 20XX

(Vocals): Doo-doo-doo-doo
Doo-Mister Silver
Sweetest little money man
Ever, Mister Silver.

A song called "Mister Silver" plays, a slightly slow pop song, as the bands were preparing for a huge Saturday in WoodChip. MegaStar was practicing, in the locker room, that afternoon, as Lan asked Geo, "Hey, man. Sonia was fuming, again, as to know why you were out late."

Geo said, "It's nothing. Sonia was just being a negative Nancy."

Tory replied, "Well, that is so her, but it seems you and her have a thing, since you broke up…"

Lan added, "In a negative way…"

Geo barked, "Shut up! This is personal. Just keep that nosey Sonia away from me."

Sonia huffed, "Uh, I'm standing right here."

Maylu giggled, "Busted…"

Geo shivered, as Tory asked, "Then, why did he feel sweaty?"

Tory then left, as he said, "I'm stepping out. You guys go on, without me, and I'll meet you later."

Lan saluted, "Great. Be careful, and don't get lost."

Sonia strangled him, as she yelled, "You gonna start that, again?!"

XXXXX

Mio arrived in Tea Time's locker room, as Mugi asked, in worry, "Oh, Mio-Chan?"

Mio said, as she was tired, "Sorry I'm late. I, uh…"

Yui hugged her, as Yui cheered, "Oh, yay~! Mio's back~!"

Mio moaned, "Oh, Yui, try not to squeeze me, so hard…"

Ritsu asked, "Uh, what exactly happened, last night?"

Mio blushed, as she said, "Well, Geo & I went to dinner, and decided to sleep with each other. Of course, it's nothing romantic, or anything."

Ritsu sneered, "Right…"

Mio turned away and grabbed her bass guitar, feeling dejected a bit, lying to Ritsu about Geo, when all the while, Mio & Geo had their night together, and then some.

Mio thought, as she prepared, completely happy, "Geo… I hope I want to know more about him. Such a cutie…"

Tea Time began practicing, as Azusa said, "Mio-senpai seems in a happy mood. I should ask her."

XXXXX

Both bands finished, as the flier to WoodChip was set.
"WoodChip: Night 2 – Performing LIVE: Runes of Fire, Dark Stars of the Universe, MegaStar, After School Tea Time – LIVE from Barclays Center at 3pm (time to be changed, if dusky)"

It was now 2:30, as the crowd was lining up to watch the stage. A lot of people were chanting for MegaStar and Runes of Fire. A few girls were in their souvenir HTT shirts, white baby-Ts with the letters HTT on a star. They were fans of the After School Tea Time, and a few were chanting for Mio, being former students, and members of the Mio Akiyama Fan Club.

Azusa was looking on, from backstage, as she whispered, "Amazing… The crowd is piling up, and some of our fans have shown up."

Yui said, "You're right, Azu-Nyan~! It reminds us of our final performance together."

Azusa replied, "Yes. I hope Fresh Leaf Girls make next year's set."

Yui replied, "OH! Ui's still in the band?"

Azusa said, "Maybe. I mean, I'm lead guitarist of the band, after we graduated."

Yui responded, as she held her cell phone, "I should text Ui, in case she worries about me. It is wonderful to be in Brooklyn."

She looked around, as she asked, "Hey, where's Ricchan?"

Azusa said, "She said that she wanted to get drinks for us, before our set. We go last, for this night."

Yui smiled, "Wow! We're like headliners for this show!"

Azusa added, "But Runes of Fire will open the show. And we hear that this MegaStar is before us. Wonder if they are a great band."

Yui giggled, as she hugged Azusa, "Oh, who knows? For now, I get to play with you, again~!"

Azusa moaned, as she was gripped tightly in Yui's hug.

XXXXX

Maylu sang, as she was listening to the WoodChip theme. Sonia asked, "Hey, Maylu. You here?"

Maylu smiled, as she said, "Oh, hey, Sonia."

"What are you singing?"

"The WoodChip theme. You know, that Marcus Magellan is a writing genius, when WoodChip was made in 2002. But I liked the remade version better from 2010, being that a woman sang it."

Sonia asked, "Who sang the remade WoodChip theme?"

Maylu said, "Oh, some Brit named Michelle Nevins. She's one of those The Gang alumnus that Lan and the boys were talking about."

Sonia smiled, "That's neat. Plus, the lyrics were self-made, being it took place in Long Island, and not in Brooklyn. But it's nice to have a theme."

She then asked, "Also, have you seen Tory?"

Maylu said, "He had to pee."

"Right. Well, when he comes out, we have to prepare the set list for our turn, after Dark Stars of the Universe."

The girls left the room, as Runes of Fire began to perform "Love Can Wait", onstage.

Minutes later, Tory stepped out, as Ritsu spotted him. She asked him, "Excuse me, but do you know where I can find the yakisoba stands?"

Tory asked, "Uh, beg pardon?"

Ritsu said, "It was a favor from Mugi. She wants to have some yakisoba, since she has not gotten any, in a long time."

Tory replied, "I don't think they serve Japanese food here."

Ritsu moaned, "Oh, darn. All they have is pizza, hot dogs, burgers, and tacos."

Tory laughed, "Yeah. Say, does Brooklyn have deep dish?"

Ritsu huffed, "I don't know. Look, I'm in a hurry…"

She rushed off, getting the drinks to her friends, as Tory said, completely happy, "Sweet girl. But she's somewhat-. OH! I wonder…"

He called, "HEY! What's your name?"

Ritsu already left, as he sighed, "She's so cute. But I don't get it."

As Dark Stars of the Universe was finishing up their set, hours later, MegaStar, in their blue jackets and pants, were getting ready. Lan said, "Okay, guys. This is it. We're ready for the biggest performance in the USA, next to ALL the rock bands that came before us!"

He said, "Ready, MegaStar?"

They cheered on, "YEAH!"

The other band left, as Iris said to Lan, "Hey, Lan. Good luck out there."

"Thanks, Iris." Lan winked to Iris.

He said to the others, "Okay, everyone! Show time!"

They appeared on stage, as the PA announced, "And now, Barclays Center, the stars are shining bright, and is it a beautiful sight, but none better than Lan Hikari! Ladies and gentlemen, MegaStar!"

Lan waved to the crowd, as he called, "HELLO, BROOKLYN!"

Tory tapped his drumsticks and called, "1, 2, 3, 4!"

They began to play their first song "Fix You" (by Coldplay).
NOTE: I DO NOT own the rights to the songs featured in this story.

(Lan): When you try your best, but you don't succeed
When you get what you want, but not what you need
When you feel so tired, but you can't sleep
Stuck in reverse

And the tears come streaming down your face
When you lose something you can't replace
When you love someone, but it goes to waste
Could it be worse?

Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you

Mio heard the singing, as she asked, "Is that MegaStar?"

The band heard it, from backstage, as Mugi said, "Amazing… So, this is MegaStar?"

The music intensifies, as the band continues to play. Azusa replied, "Wow. I never knew they learned the English language.

(MegaStar): Tears stream down your face
When you lose something you cannot replace
Tears stream down your face and I
Tears stream down your face
I promise you I will learn from my mistakes
Tears stream down your face and I

(Lan): Lights will guide you home
And ignite your bones
And I will try to fix you

The band finished, as they cheered on. Yui blushed, "Oh, wow! That was super amazing!"

Mio cheered, as she cried, "GEO! GEO!"

Ritsu asked, in confusion, "It's like déjà vu! Mio is getting excited in music festivals."

Azusa asked Mio, "You okay, Mio-senpai?"

Mio was still cheering, as Geo saw Mio, backstage. He sighed, "This is embarrassing…"

Lan said on the microphone, "Hi, we're MegaStar! We're so glad to come here to Brooklyn, for WoodChip. Anyway, let's introduce the band. First, we have our Geo Stelar on Bass!"

Geo strummed his bass, as Lan introduced Sonia, "Next, we have the lead guitarist, Sonia Strumm."

Sonia plays a small tune, as Lan introduced Maylu, "And next, we have our rhythm guitarist and pianist, Maylu Sakurai!"

Maylu played on the keyboard, as Tory called out, "Thank you! And I am the drummer of the band, Tory Froid!"

He played a small drum solo, as Lan said, "Good job there, Tory! And, you know me, Lan Hikari, the lead singer to our band! So, let's move right along!"

The band played "Ink", also from Coldplay, as Mugi smiled, "Such a beautiful tone."

Mio whispered, "Geo Stelar… What a hunk…"

Ritsu asked, "You okay, Mio?"

Azusa said, as she was watching MegaStar perform, "These guys are superb, but wait until they see us play."

XXXXX

Lan was drinking some bottled water, as the fans cheered on, chanting their name. He then said, "Okay, guys! Here we go!"

The lights went out, as the spotlight was on Lan. They performed "Sky Full of Stars".

(Lan): 'Cause you're a sky, 'cause you're a sky full of stars
I'm gonna give you my heart
'Cause you're a sky, 'cause you're a sky full of stars
'Cause you light up the path

I don't care, go on and tear me apart
I don't care if you do, ooh-ooh ooh
'Cause in a sky, 'cause in a sky full of stars
I think I saw you

The stage lights up, as the music continues, in a flash of plin, blue and yellow lighting. The music continued, as the stage was shining like the starry sky.

(Lan): 'Cause you're a sky, 'cause you're a sky full of stars
I wanna die in your arms
'Cause you get lighter the more it gets dark
I'm gonna give you my heart

I don't care, go on and tear me apart
I don't care if you do, ooh-ooh ooh
'Cause in a sky, 'cause in a sky full of stars
I think I see you-oooh
I think I see you

The stage started to rain down twinkling stars, as Lan and his friends finish up.

(Lan): 'Cause you're a sky, you're a sky full of stars
Such a heavenly view
You're such a heavenly view
Yeah! Yeah! Yeah, woo!

The crowd roars in a shower of cheers, as Lan and MegaStar took a bow. Lan called, "Thank you, Brooklyn! Good night!"

They left the stage, as the PA called, "In 20 minutes, our final show of the night will be playing. Be sure to come back at 9pm for the Japanese sensation – After School Tea Time!"

The crowd left, as both bands meet, face-to-face, backstage. Yui blushed, "OH! uh… Good work out there?"

Lan smiled, "Hey, you look cute."

Yui giggled, "Hee-hee… Oh, well… I'm somewhat of a cutie, but Ui is so adorable…"

Maylu asked, "Ui?"

Azusa said, "Yui's sister."

Maylu hugged her, as she cheered, "OOOH! You're so cute, you kitty cat~!"

Azusa sobbed, as she was hugged, "Get offa me!"

Maylu asked, "Hey, Sonia, can she meow? Do the meow for us, little kitten~! Come on, nya-nyan~!"

WHACK!
Sonia whacked Maylu on the head, as she roared, "THAT'S ENOUGH!"

Azusa sighed, "Thank you."

Yui hugged Azusa, as she said, "Aw, did the bad girl harass you, Azu-Nyan~?"

Azusa growled quietly, "At least it's blissful, compared to her…"

Maylu sobbed, with a lump on her head, "Sorry… You didn't have to hit me that hard."

Lan said, "OH! So, you're After School Tea Time. Geo and Sonia heard much about you."

Mio blushed, as she was shy. Ritsu replied, "Well, it's an honor to meet with a fellow rock band, who has been famous, around these parts."

Tory said, "Oh, hey, I met you from earlier. Tory Froid."

They shook hands, as Ritsu smiled, "Ritsu Tainaka…"

Ritsu smiled, as she was blushing. Yui cried, "OH! Ricchan's blushing! Could this be-?"

Geo said, "Look, we have to go. We can kiss neck on these girls, later. Right now, the stage is theirs."

Mio bowed and said, "Th-th-th-thank you."

They approached the stage, as Ritsu motioned to Tory, with her hand mimicking a telephone, winking to him, "Call me."

Azusa asked, "What was that for, Ritsu-senpai?"

Ritsu blushed, "Nothing, oh! Oh, I mean, just giving them a thumbs-up~!"

Azusa asked, "With your thumb and pinky out?"

Ritsu said, "Oh, it's just a new line of salute."

Mugi giggled, "Great! I can do it, too. Like this?"

She winked, giving out a thumbs-up, with her pinky out. Mio yelled, "Don't encourage her!"

XXXXX

Lan was in the locker room, as he asked Geo, "Hey. Where were you, last night? The girl in black hair, was she the one you hung out with?"

Geo replied, "Yes. But only because she was lost in music. She is nice, but in festivals, she's such a rowdy girl…"

Geo smiled, "And I think I am in love with her… Mio."

Lan was shocked, "WHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAT? You're in love with her?"

Geo responded, "Look, Sonia and I agreed that we should move on, and we're happy for it; just like you and Maylu, being that we're a rock band, and love can wait."

Lan stated, "Well, that's true. But you didn't have to be so secretive."

He taunted, "So… Did you and this Mio girl went all the way?"

Geo whispered into his ear, as Lan was excited, "AWRIGHT! You did it, dude!"

Geo added, "Well, I can't help it. Do you see the curves on Mio? Plus, she-. OH! Shut up! She was under stage fright, and I had to warm her up!"

Lan jeered, "Sure you did, Romeo… ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!"

Lan left, as Geo barked, in embarrassment, "Damn it, Lan!"

XXXXX

On the stage, the girls of After School Tea Time were warming up.

"And now, these girls rocked high school, bringing Light Music back to the years of beyond. They are the cute girls in blazers, from Japan – After School Tea Time!"

Yui held her guitar up and strummed a bit.

Yui cheered, "Hello, New York! We're After School Tea Time~! And we're honored to make our first appearance here, in WoodChip! And our first song, it'll be "My Love is a Stapler"!"

The band began playing their first song, "My Love is a Stapler". As the band continued, Sonia said, while watching on, "So, these girls are good. That's authenticity, if you ask me."

Lan said, as he arrived, "You said it. And they sing in Japanese. The fans won't like it."

Sonia replied, "Luckily, they have lyrics to their songs, accompanied with their CDs. They're new to America, but so much so…"

She added, "I just hope they have a bigger encore than us."

Minutes later, Yui and friends played their next song "Rice is a Side Dish".

(Yui): gohan wa sugoi yo nande mo au yo HOKA HOKA
RAAMEN udon ni okonomiyaki kore kore
tansuikabutsu to tansuikabutsu no
yume no
(Mio): Yume no
(Yui): KORABOREESHON
(ATSU ATSU HOKA HOKA)

gohan wa sugoi yo nai to komaru yo
mushiro gohan ga okazu da yo
kansaijin nara yappari okonomiyaki & gohan

(Yui): demo watashi kansaijin ja naindesu
(Mio, Ritsu, Mugi, & Azusa): Donai yanen!

(Yui): Ichi, ni, san, shi, GO-Han~!
Ichi, ni, san, shi, GO-Han~!

The crowd goes wild, as Sonia and Lan were amazed. Lan said, "Even in Japanese, these girls know how to rock out!"

Sonia said, "Well, they are international superstars. I heard that they played in England, during their final year in high school."

"No kidding? We played in England, you know."

Tory appeared, as he asked, "What did I miss? I heard the sound of a comedic punchline."

Sonia said, "That's one of their lyrics."

The band continued, as Yui continued to sing.

(Yui): gohan wa sugoi yo nai to komaru yo
mushiro gohan ga okazu da yo
kansaijin nara yappari okonomiyaki & gohan

(Yui): watashi zensei wa kansaijin!
(Mio, Ritsu, Mugi, & Azusa): Donai yanen!

Tory asked, "Whoa, did she say she used to live in Kansai, in her past life?"

Yui continued, as she stopped played, holding the microphone. This was the interactive part.

(Yui): Ichi, ni, san, shi, GO-Han~!
Ichi, ni, san shi
(Crowd): GO-Han!

Sonia was shocked, "WHOA! They chanted with them!"

Tory said, "Of course. Rice is a Side Dish is one of their energetic songs."

Tea Time finished, as the crowd cheered on. They chanted "Tea Time! Tea Time! Tea Time!", as Yui bowed to the audience.

"Thank you very much, everybody~!" Yui said, "This is not the first time I ever did have you guys sing with me. You know, when we first started, it was all about one goal – Budokan. Years flew by, we got our first performance, our careers skyrocketed, and with the addition of Azusa Nakano, things have been higher than expected! Our goal was to play at Budokan, but here, in Brooklyn and WoodChip, this is our Woodstock and our Budokan! And like Budokan, THIS is where we'll play our hearts, until the very end!"

The crowd cheers, as Sonia asked, "Have they ever even played in Budokan?"

Lan said, "No."

Tea Time started to play their encore, "Fuwa Fuwa Time". Yui sang, as the crowd clapped along.

(Yui): Kimi o miteru to
itsu mo HEART DOKI DOKI
Yureru omoi wa MARSHMALLOW
mitai ni fuwa fuwa

(Yui): Itsumo ganbaru (Mio): (Itsumo ganbaru)
(Yui): kimi no yokogao (Mio): (kimi no yokogao)
(Yui): Zutto mitete mo kidzukanai yo ne

Yume no naka nara (Mio): (Yume no naka nara)
(Yui & Mio): futari no kyori
(Yui): chijimerareru no ni na

(Yui & Mio): Aa kami-sama onegai
Futari dake no
DREAM TIME kudasai

Oki ni iri no usachan
daite
konya mo oyasumi

(Yui): Fuwa fuwa TIME (Mio): Fuwa fuwa TIME
(Yui): Fuwa fuwa TIME (Mio): Fuwa fuwa TIME
(Yui): Fuwa fuwa TIME (Mio): Fuwa fuwa TIME

As they continued, the fans continued to cheer. They finished their song, in the last part, as confetti shot out from the stage. The fans cheered on, as Yui giggled, seeing confetti flutter down. Night 2 came to a close, after the amazing performance of Tea Time.

Tory was waiting outside the locker room, as he sent a text to Ritsu to meet him by the northwestern halls of the Barclays Center.

(Vocals): Wah-ooh!
Wah-ooh!

Ritsu arrived, as she waved to Tory. Tory let out a smile, as Ritsu was talking to him.

(Singer): I see you every day
walking down the avenue
I'd like to get to know you
But all I do is smile at you

Tory asked, "So, where do you want to go?"

Ritsu blushed, "Anywhere you like."

They held hands, as they walked together, heading to a nice diner, down the street.

(Singer): Oh, when it comes to talking
My tongue get so tight
This sidewalk love affair
has got me high as a kite
Yeah-yeah, there's something 'bout you baby I like
(Vocals): Wah-ooh

Meanwhile, Mio and Geo met with each other, outside, as Mio whispered, "About last night…"

Geo held her hands and said, "I didn't tell a soul… unless you have something to share with me."

Mio smiled, "It's my way of saying thank you, for tonight's show…"

Mio kissed him on the lips, as she whispered, "So, how about round 2, and maybe we can write to each other?"

Geo said, "I suppose I should. But Lan and the others will find out, sooner or later."

(Singer): Well, I'm a slow walker
But, girl, I'd race a mile for you (Wah-ooh)
Just to get back in time
For my peek-a-boo rendezvous (Wah-ooh)

Geo and Mio walked back to the hotel, as Mio placed her head on his shoulder. Geo whispered, "Once more… but that's it. I don't want to hurt you."

Mio giggled, "It's alright. I can wait."

(Singer): Now, baby, it's the way you wear
you're blue jeans so tight
I can't put my finger on
what you're doing right
Yeah-yeah, there's something 'bout you baby I like

Elsewhere, Yui was walking down to the exit, as she called, "Mugi? Azu-Nyan? Mio? Ritsu? Where are they?"

She landed on Lan's chest, as he asked, "Whoa, hey! Are you lost?"

Yui said, "Oh, sorry. I was worried about everyone leaving. Wonder where did everyone go?"

Lan said, "I am sure you're be alright. You wanna stay with me, until we find your friends? Brooklyn's a huge city. I'm sure they're okay."

Yui said, "Now that you mention it, Mio and Ritsu are gone, for a long time, after we celebrated with cake and tea…"

Lan winked, "I'm sure your friend, Mio, is alright…"

He snickered, as he thought, "Geo, you animal."

Yui asked, "Huh? What happened?"

Lan said, "Oh, nothing. How about sleeping with me, back at the hotel? Sonia and Maylu won't mind."

Yui said, "Oh, okay… but I much prefer-."

Lan added, "And I'll watch that guitar of yours."

Yui cheered, "OH, WOW! You want to protect Gita for me?"

Yui hugged him, as Lan said, "She's so adorable, and she sings like an angel. I wonder what Sonia thinks of her."

XXXXX

At the hotel, Mio was lying by Geo, as they were under the covers. She whispered to Geo, as she placed her hand on her bare chest, "Geo…"

Geo moaned, "Man, I'm tired… I mean, it was magical, but…"

Mio said, "It'll be out last night, together… Plus, we won't get to see each other again. You gave me courage, and I thank you for that…"

She leaned to him, as her lips pressed onto Geo's mouth. They continued to make out, but stopped, as Mio was crying. She hugged him and whispered, "I love you… Don't leave me…"

Geo asked, "It's alright. But, not to be rude, you think I can send you an e-mail, once WoodChip is over?"

Mio sniffled, as her tears rolled down her face. She sobbed, as she whispered, "Anything at all… baby."

Geo said, "Well, then, let's not be too long. How about an encore?"

They shared a kiss, and resumed their making out. Geo is happy to have a girlfriend, but is worried that he might make her pregnant. But knowing Mio, she is very careful.

XXXXX

Meanwhile, Ritsu and Tory had a bite to eat, at the diner. They both had burgers and tea. Tory said, as he cleared his mouth, "You are so good at eating this food, huh?"

Ritsu smiled, "I once bought a HUGE burger, after cleaning our club room, and sold Sawa-Chan's old guitar. But it was in our bank."

"Dude, you sold a guitar?"

"It was 500,000 Yen for Sawa-Chan's old guitar!"

"Nice… Must be an antique."

"Yeah, it is."

They shared a laugh, as Ritsu said, "So, afterwards, you want to hang out and sleep together?"

Tory smiled, as he kissed her on the cheek, "I thought you never asked."

XXXXX

But back at the stadium, Lan & Yui arrived to meet with the band, as Sonia was with Maylu, Mugi, and Azusa.

"AZU-NYAN~!" She cheered.

BONK! BONK!
Sonia clubbed both Lan & Yui's heads, as she yelled, "WHERE THE HELL HAVE YOU BEEN?"

They both have lumps on their heads, as Mugi said, "Azusa had to come to MegaStar, since you, Mio, & Ritsu have left."

Lan giggled, "Oh, no worries. Tory told me, before our show, that she's treating the cute drummer to eat. And Geo is dating Mio…"

The girls of MegaStar gasped, "OH! THEY DID WHAT?!"

Lan nervously said, "Uh, did I say it out loud?"

Sonia glared at him, "Lan…"

She tapped her foot, as Lan moaned, "I… I don't even know where they are!"

Yui was amazed, as she said, "Ooh. Are you Lan's girlfriend?"

Sonia gasped, "ME? WHAT DID YOU SAY?"

Maylu said, "No, I am. Or moreover, I was."

Lan giggled, "Yeah, but we broke up, happily. It was effecting our time as a band."

Azusa said, "Not like The Gang, who they had couples in the band."

Yui asked, "Those guys? What about Runes of Fire? 17 & 18, is it? They're dating!"

Sonia said, "No, actually. They're brother and sister."

Azusa added, "And possibly, twin siblings. Do you look at those eyes?"

Mugi blushed, "I so want their autographs."

Sonia suggested, "Ooh, I'd stay away from those two. They're scary looking."

Lan smiled, "Unlike you, when you get angry."

Sonia hissed, "Shut up!"

Yui smiled, "Ah, it's like I'm back in the Light Music Club~!"

Azusa said, "We're all going to hang out, for the night. But we have to text to the others to where we're staying."

Yui smiled, "Good idea, Azu-Nyan~!"

Azusa texted to Mio & Ritsu, while Sonia texted to Tory & Geo. Tory & Ritsu got the message, but Mio & Geo were already preoccupied.

Night has fallen, and the two groups spent the night at the same hotel, downtown. The final day of WoodChip has fallen, as their biggest show was about to begin.

To be concluded…