Epilogue

One Year later

It had been exactly one year since Yume and Subaru confess their feelings to each other. True to his words, Subaru had waited for Yume patiently. He never left her side whenever she needed him.

As promised, they went out on few dates for the past year whenever they had free time. At first, it was hard to make a bit of time or sneak off without their friends knowing. But soon they were able to manage until they were discovered by their friends around Christmas.

Their friends supported their relationship even if they weren't official yet. As for the cat like idol, she has long given up her crush on Subaru way before they were discovered as she realizes her true feelings for a certain headphone idol.

They face other hardship like the appearance of Venus Ark, their rivalry on stage, jealousy towards each other, the public but yet they manage to get through everything since their feelings always shine through.

Even with many hardships they still made wonderful memories. Each date they had was something they will cherish. The times they work together, even if they were rivals, help them grow as an idol. Spending times with their friends, before and after they were discovered. The Halloween dance and Christmas concert they put on together. Celebrating their birthdays together. Helping each other out whenever something trouble them. Valentine's days chocolate. White day. Meeting each other parents. Learning a bit more about each other. With each memory recorded to their heart, they were able to grow and trust each other.

Currently, the pairs are walking at night as the S4 selection once again ended. Yume manages to keep her position as an S4 along with Mahiru and Ako. The one who replaces Yuzu position was Haruka as the new S4 for dance class.

As they were given a couple of days off before their busy schedule took over, the couple decided to take the opportunity to spend time with each other. Since it has been awhile they saw each other. Even though they manage to talk on the phone or send brief texts, it didn't feel the same. This is the first time in awhile that they were holding hands and walking around at night. They didn't talk much since they are enjoying each other company.

Subaru never asks Yume if she was ready to form a relationship this past year since he knows Yume's feelings toward him. She always manages to show it whenever they talk or see each other. Even on their busy schedule she always reminds him that she was there to support him. She even took care of him when he was sick. Even with her busy schedule, she took the time to see him. Which made Subaru really happy.

Yume is grateful at Subaru for being patient with her this past year. She never felt pressured by him to form a relationship. Instead, he always shows his feelings toward her whenever he had the opportunity. Like, on the dates they go to, he always put all of his attention towards her even if a fan happens to recognize him. He never let Yume feel lonely. Even when she was an exchange student at Venus Ark Subaru will often send sweet texts to remind her that he was there waiting. And as he said, he was there to help her whenever there was an obstacle. Even when she premiered her first ever premium rare dress Subaru was there to watch her perform. He couldn't stay much after but he sends a text telling her great job. Some of her design was inspired by him because she was able to put her feelings towards her dress. Even when she was trying to get her wings, Subaru reminded her to never give up. He always believes in her no matter what.

"Nee Subaru did you enjoy this year?" asked Yume as she broke the silence.

Subaru looks at Yume when she asks that. He didn't let go of her hands but just stare at her.

"Why do you ask?"

"Just answer the question. Did you enjoy this year?" once again Yume ask.

Subaru took a moment to answer as he remembers everything that happens this year. He remembers their dates, their fight, their rivalry, their trips. But overall he remembers the times he was with her.

"It wasn't a bad year since you were there" Subaru answer as he smirks at Yume.

Yume blush at his statement. He still made her feel like this which she enjoyed. She smiles at him which causes him to blush. She giggles a bit before saying, "We surely went through a lot this year didn't we?"

"Yeah, we did. But we always manage through together."

They stop walking since they were at their destination. The tree and bridge where they met. Both Subaru and Yume sat down under the tree as they look up the sky.

"Thank you for a wonderful year Subaru" Yume suddenly said. Subaru looks at Yume with a soft expression.

"I should be the one saying that" Yume only giggle since she beat him to it.

They stay quiet for a bit longer until Yume ask, "Do you remember our first date?"

Subaru look at Yume displeased since he obviously remembers.

"How can I forget? It went horribly wrong from the beginning" he frowned as he remembers what happened on their first date.

Yume only giggles since she also remembers what happened. Is true it didn't go as they planned but at the end, they still left with a smile.

"Well that may be true but you still ended the night with a smile" Yume smile at Subaru.

Even after one year Subaru still blushes whenever Yume smile. He looks away for a moment before saying, "Well that's because you stay positive throughout the date. Not once you complain unlike me…" Out of a sudden, he felt someone grabbing his hand. He looks up to see that Yume was holding his hands while smiling.

"Hey, we still had other dates where things turn out how we wish it did. So please can you smile for me?"

At her request, he smiles for her knowing that she was right. There were other dates where they had fun.

"Anyway, our first date doesn't compare the other things we had to go through," this time it was Yume who was a bit displeased. Subaru looks at Yume knowing well enough what she's talking about. It was during the time when she's had to be an exchange student for Venus Arc. During that time they didn't talk to each other with their busy schedule and all. Even though she had her best friends with her, somehow she still felt a bit lonely without Subaru there. Same goes with Subaru, it felt weird at first to not see her every morning jogging but that didn't stop him from making sure that Yume knows that he is right there waiting for her. He knew she had a new dream she wants to reach so as someone who is interested in her decided to support her. Even if it met not seeing her for awhile.

"Hey, we still made it work even when you had to go to Venus Ark. I made sure you didn't forget about me," giving her a charming smile. Yume blush a bit when he said that. Every day when she was at Venus Ark, Subaru will send her a text message every morning and every night telling her sweet things or ask her how she was doing. There were times that they talk on the phone, usually at night, but it didn't felt the same as to see him but yet she felt that he was always right beside her.

"How can I forget about you? You could have forgotten about me with all your fans around you," Yume said trying to accuse Subaru in a playful way.

Subaru only chuckles a bit before saying, "I do love my fans…," before he finishes he looks at Yume to see her reaction. As he expected her face was turning red which of course made him smile. It was one of the first impression he got from her when they first met. "But it doesn't compare the feelings I have for you. How can I forget your smile and your tomato face." He once again looks at Yume to see her blushing but also smiling at him. He smiles at her before looking at the stars.

Suddenly he remembers something. "Hey, do you remember when we had to work with Saotome-san and Kanata on the Idol Mermaid? I learn something new about you that day."

"Hmm… what it is?"

"How much you care about your friend."

"What do you mean?"

"Well you knew that she had a crush on me so, you knew how difficult it will be for her to work with me. You were worried for your friend that you had to ask Kanata and me to help out. Even though we had to hide our type of relationship from them it didn't stop you from helping someone you care for."

Yume giggles a bit, "I'll help out to anyone that needs it especially my friends.." she giggles a bit more before she saw Subaru expression. It was a mixture of sour and sweets.

"Yeah, you were being way too helpful with Nozomu that one time," Subaru said as he remembers a bitter memory.

"You wouldn't talk with me for a few days. Your text messages were just a simple good morning and goodnight and that's it. It took me awhile to convince you that you're the only one for me. Which was good because I had returned to school after finishing up the exchange student with Venus Ark. It would have been awkward and hurtful if you kept ignoring me…" Yume had this hurtful look on her face that Subaru couldn't stand.

He hugs Yume before saying, "I'm sorry for ignoring you. It wasn't easy to see you and Nozomu working closely. Especially, since we weren't open yet. I'm sorry for being a fool and not trusting your feelings towards me. You always trusted my feelings even when you were jealous. I know there were times when it wasn't easy for us but we always manage through." He felt a pair of hands hugging him back. They stay sitting down, cuddling.

"There are always going be other problems that we have to face but we will always stick together no matter what. Besides we manage to keep our rivalry on stage in peace. There are times when we will train together or train separate but it helps us become the idols we are now. Even though we are still racing to be the first star we still help each other to be a better idol. Just like Laura and I. Even when Elsa was here, I still didn't want to lose against you." she smiles brightly not letting go of Subaru.

"Your right. There had been many challenges but out of all the things that cross our path I think the most difficult one was our friends." he heard a giggle before continuing, " We kept it a secret from them for so long that it amazes me that they didn't get mad when they discover us."

Yume once again giggles before saying, "Your right. I thought when we all went on that mini vacation to the hot spring and amusement park that they'll discover us but it took them until Christmas to know the truth."

Subaru laughs agreeing with her. "They also had the Halloween dance to discover us but I guess they didn't. I mean it wasn't like if they were suspicious of us, especially Asahi, but they never came close until Christmas. Even when we went on our dates they came a bit closer to see us but I guess we were quicker." Yume giggles again.

Yume suddenly lets go of Subaru and stood up. Subaru look at her confuses not knowing what she's thinking. Yume looks at the stars before turning to Subaru. She smiles brightly at him before saying, "Speaking of the trip to hot spring and amusement park, do you remember what we talk about in the Ferris wheel?"

Subaru blush as he remembers what happened on that day. He stood up and face Yume before speaking, "I remember. It was the first time we talk about what love is"

"Yeah, but do you remember what I promise you?" this time she look straight at his eyes when she asked that. There was a faint blush on her face, which became notice to Subaru. He smiles at her as he answers, "Yeah I remember…" he didn't finish since she grabs his hands.

"Is now time to complete my promise. Subaru, you had always been by my side. Even after this past year, you once again help me. Remembering everything we went through makes me realize that there no need to worry anymore. The night before I had to go to Venus Ark, I went to talk to you if you'll be ok but instead you gave me encouragement to go. Just like in my first year. Everything crossing our path, and our time together as S4 and M4 help us to have a stronger bond between us. Nothing stopped us from with having these feelings toward each other. Even after our friends discovering us, they supported us only wanting us to be happy. Which makes me happy. Subaru I know I never said this and neither have you but all I want to say…" she took a deep breath before continuing, "I love you Subaru!" Yume looks down, trying to hide her red face from him. She waited patiently until Yume felt someone grabbing her chin.

Subaru made her look at him. He gave her a gentle smile while looking at her eyes. Time seems to stop for the two couples. They didn't move since it felt like a dream for the two of them.

"Then I guess is ok for me to do this," Subaru said as he looks at her eyes. Yume nodded slightly afraid to speak.

Subaru slowly leans down at Yume as she closes her eyes. Their lips connected to each other. It was a sweet kiss that both of them share. They stay like that for a few second until Subaru broke the kiss. He knows that both of them are blushing but it didn't stop him from saying,

"Yume, will you be my girlfriend?"

Yume nodded since she couldn't find her voice. Yume full of excitement unexpectedly jumps on top of Subaru causing them to fall. They both felt something soft touching their lips. Opening their eyes they see that they once again kiss. They close their eyes again until Yume's phone rang.

Quickly getting up, Yume answers her phone. Her face was red and her heart was beating fast that it was hard to talk.

On the other hand, Subaru stood up when Yume got off. He can feel his face burning and his heart racing. This new feeling is something that he never wants to let go. He watches as Yume talk on the phone. Under the moonlight, she looks radiant. He couldn't get his eyes off even if he wanted too.

Yume had finished her phone call and face Subaru.

"That was Ako asking where I was. I guess it's time for me to head back to my dorm,"

"Sure, let me walk you to your dorm," as he extended his hand for Yume.

Yume only nodded as she held Subaru's hand. They talk while heading to the dorm. Upon reaching S4 dorm Subaru, made Yume look at him. Yume looked at him confused waiting for him to say something.

A bit shy Subaru's face had a slight blush on his face since what he's about to say will be the first time too.

"Yume…" he looked straight at her eyes, "I love you, I promise to always be by your side and make you happy no matter what,"

Yume was blushing but it didn't stop her from giving him a kiss on his cheeks.

"I love you too, I promise to make you happy and be by your side also."

With a smile on his face, Subaru kiss Yume on her lips before they have to part away.

After one year of waiting for both Yume and Subaru, they are finally able to be an official couple. After proving to them self that their love isn't one sided but something stronger. That no matter what challenges that may bring to both of them, they will always be together. As their new journey begins.

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This story is officially ended

Thank you, everyone, for reading it till the end and waited patiently. As I said in the previous chapter I'll be writing a new story title Battle of the Idols. Which will be way different from this story. The first three chapters had been published so please GO take a look.

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