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(Chapter 5)

(Author's Note; Thanks to my wonderful boyfriend and best friend Joseph. Half the ideas came from his brilliant mind, as I am border-line transgender and have trouble thinking up anything girly or romance. You have him to thank! Please review if you want more!)

Len fell asleep before he could get a reply from Miku. It took Rin longer to achieve rest though. She tossed and turned for what felt like hours, getting over the rejection and hurt of Len's actions. She thought for sure her Game Plan would work, but when it failed she freaked. She regretted now being so heartless towards him, but she had to do something to regain her pride. At the thought of her fans, she shuddered. What awful things would the press have to say about her little stunt during the concert? If it even started going into twincest, she'd jump from the Hotel roof.

Finally about 5am, she managed to keep her eyes shut and fall into a restless sleep before being jarred awake only a couple hours later by her cell phone going off.

"H-hello?" She answered with a sleepy sigh. The morning light beamed in through her windows, making her squint.

"What is this?" The loud, demanding voice boomed from the ear piece, making her wince. Her manager. "I want to know exactly what you were thinking, pulling such a daring move!"

"Mr. Toshiro, I can explain, I sw-"

"It was fantastic! Have you seen all the publicity you guys are getting? Everyone in all New York and farther know of 'Rin's Daring Move'! I've never seen such a stunt get such high ratings!" Mr. Toshiro rambled, still talking way too loudly for 7am in the morning. After a few more words, he hung up with strict orders to get Len and meet him in the lobby in 15 minutes. While getting Len was the last thing she wanted to do, Rin knew she could never disobey direct orders. Without even bothering to brush her teeth or hair or even change, she left her room and traveled down the hall to bang on Len's door a couple times.

"Be in the lobby-" She began, but when the door swung open she stopped, surprised to see Len dressed and wide awake. She blushed a bit when she realized how awful she must look, pajama clad and bed headed.

"Be at the lobby in 15," She mumbled before turning and rushing back down the hall. Len watched her go with mixed feelings. The kiss from the night before still burned vividly in his mind, but he still felt a flame of anger at her attitude suddenly. It also bothered him that Miku never answered his text, though he figured she'd still be asleep. Jet lag was probably pretty bad, going all the way back to Japan. Shaking his head to clear his thoughts, Len began to make his way down to the lobby. He wondered if he would get yelled at for the stunt at the concert, but he planned on laying full blame on Rin.

Manager was nowhere to be seen, so Len settled himself down onto the couch and looked at his text to Miku. He was happy with his answer, but he couldn't help but wish it was Rin… but he couldn't think like that. Rin meant nothing, nothing at all. He knew that was a lie, especially when he caught sight of her entering the lobby and his heart sped up. He realized again how cute she was. Not as cute as Miku, but she was high up there.

"Good morning," Rin greeted the blonde boy coolly. She gave a smile, but it looked forced. "Any sign of Mr. Toshiro yet?"

"Nah," He answered, just as coolly. He wondered why she was being so formal… they also called him The Big Boss if he wasn't listening. Never Mr. Toshiro… "Should show up soon, though. What's the idea?"

Rin shrugged and took the seat farthest away from Len. He felt a small sting at that, but took it in stride. An awkward silence lingered for a little while over the two of them, but was soon broken as Mr. Toshiro bustled into the lobby and began his rambling.

"You two are perfect, it's so cute. So cute! I already asked the photographers if we could do a whole new shoot. After that hot kiss last night, I didn't personally see it but the media told me everything, I think we can make tons. Tons! I've scheduled a dating shot today. You'll be the hottest couple! Now, go change, we're supposed to be there in 30!" His stream of words finally ended and he took a breath before rushing out again, already making a call on his Bluetooth. The Kagamine's were used to his behavior so they weren't surprised. The only thing they were surprised about was another photo-shoot. They'd already done two concerts and a shoot already, all in one weekend. Today was supposed to be a day of rest. Before Len had time to react, Rin stood up stiffly and began walking back to the rooms. He noticed before she turned that her eyes were red and her face was severe, and he knew instantly she was upset. His anger melted away into compassion, and he had to hold himself back from chasing after her. Finally, he couldn't stand it, and he followed. With a gentle rap on her door, he entered her room and gave a half smile.

"Let's say we ditch, huh?" He asked her softly, politely ignoring the tear stains on her cheeks and the small mascara smudge in the corner of her eye. He knew she hated to be seen crying. "I hear there is a cruddy little diner five minutes from here. Let's enjoy New York together, yeah?" He held out his hand invitingly, and she took it with a sniffle.

"Fine, but if we get in trouble, your to blame," She insisted, rubbing at her eyes gently. "And you're paying for my food."

Len gave a small laugh, and escaped the Hotel with her, walking in silence down the side walk until they reached the diner. It was classic 50's style, and an old broken juke box sat collecting dust in the corner. For a minute, Rin looked repulsed at the place, but then she laughed and sat down at the counter.

"You weren't kidding," She whispered to him, all traces of tears gone. "It is pretty run-down."

Len nodded and rang the service bell, half expecting it to be broken too. But it wasn't and soon a young woman appeared to help them. They both ordered the only decent sounding food there. Hamburgers with home-style French fries and root beer floats.

"Sorry about earlier… I'm just exhausted and home sick," Rin eventually said to fill up the silence as they waited. Len's attitude was giving her hope that she still had a chance with him, and he hadn't mentioned anything about Miku, so maybe she had ended it. Time to turn up the charm. "But this really helps, and maybe we'll get back in time for the couples shoot as well. Won't be to bad, right? We already locked lips once."

Len gave a slightly nervous smile , and she decided to not come across so strong.

"I only mean, it might be even a little fun, you know? Just the two of us goofing off for the camera. Just like when we first started… am I rambling?"

Len laughed this time, his smile coming off easier. He gave a nod, but then shook his head.

"Kind of, but I don't mind. You've been so cold to me, it's a relief to hear your voice sounding so normal again," He confessed to her, avoiding her eyes and staring at the food that had just been set in front of him. Rin hesitated before answered, but scooted a little closer.

"I'm sorry about that… I just didn't know what you'd think about what I did, and you walked off so fast…" She said, nearly whispering. He looked back her again and felt his heart stutter to see her so close. A flashback of their shared kiss crossed his mind and he blushed.

"I didn't… know what to think either. It surprised me, but. But I liked it," Len admitted, again unable to meet her eyes for a moment. He sensed her moving closer and he raised his head up to meet hers, anticipating another taste of her kiss. They were just inches apart. Three inches. Two. One…. And RIIING! RIIING!

Len pulled away with a start and reached into his pocket for his phone. The name that flashed cross the screen said "Miku Hatsune" and he glanced up with a look of guilt. Rin had already seen and her face was of stone.

"I really have to… I have to take this," He whispered, slowly getting up from his stool and walking towards the door. Rin watched him go, tears springing to her eyes, facing rejection for the second time. They totally were having a moment before that awful Miku interrupted them! She narrowed her eyes and stood up herself, throwing a $10 on the counter and storming out the door. She brushed by Len, knocking her shoulder onto his on purpose, making him jump and nearly drop the cell phone.

"Good," She thought angrily. "He doesn't deserve to talk to a witch like her anyway."

She got back to the Hotel and was greeted by Mr. Toshiro.

"You haven't changed? Oh, no matter, costumes will fix you right up when we get there. Where is your boyfriend, he has to be here too! I swear to mother Mary, if he's late so help me… But Len is reliable, he'll be here!" Mr. Toshiro's loud voice rumbled as he paced back and forth. Rin took a shaky breath and let her tongue form words she didn't even think first.

"Actually, he isn't my boyfriend and he isn't reliable. In fact," Rin said with no control over her voice. "In fact, Len quits!"