AceDetective: I got bored of waiting for the 3rd reviewer, so here's Chapter 3...
Yosuke: Ha! I told you no one cared!
Chie: Don't make her feel bad! It's alright, Ace-chan.
AceDetective: Aww, thanks Chie. Disclaimer?
Chie: Ace-chan doesn't own P4 or Moves Like Jagger by Maroon 5!
All: Now on with the story!
Naoto's POV
"Okay we're breaking nerd." Souji said out of nowhere, grabbing his pencil and getting up. This snapped me out of my trance and made me furrow my eyebrows.
"Wait, Souji where are you going?" I asked, grabbing his arm. He rolled his eyes as he snatched his arm away.
"You're supposed to be tutoring me but you're in another world thinking about god knows what." I looked down at me to avoid Souji's gaze.
"W-well..um"I began to get flustered, not knowing what to say. Even though Souji finally agreed to let me tutor him, I still couldn't tell him what was going on.
*Flashback*
I paced my room frantically, hoping this wasn't happening. "Yukiko, not you too! We have to preform Friday!"
I heard Yukiko blow her nose through the phone. "Sorry no can do Naoto. Chie gave me her cold."
Chie sneezed, "I said I was sorry for getting you-ACHOO!"
"See this is why you should've covered your mouth! Now you and Yukiko are sick!" Rise scolded Chie.
Yukiko coughed, "So, Naoto what's the plan for Friday?"
This startled me, "Wait, why me?!"
"Because you're the leader Naoto-kun." Chie stated like it was the most obvious thing in the world. I pursed my lips.
"Okay you guys I'll come up with a plan and call you Thursday night. Okay?" We all agreed before hanging up
*End Flashback*
And now it's Thursday and I'm still trying to figure out a plan. Hence why I was zoning out on my tutor duties. In a rare move on my part, I looked into Souji's eyes. I could see him search my eyes which were pleading him not ask. Souji scoffed.
"Whatever loser I'm leaving." Souji said before turning on his heels to leave.
"W-wait Souji!" I jolted up out my seat, running after him. I didn't get far before I tripped over my book bag. I yelped, causing Souji to turn around. I fell right on top of him. I had knocked off my glasses, but honestly, I didn't even notice I was staring to deeply into Souji.
"I'm...sorry" I managed to spit, still not able to pull away from his gaze. I suddenly felt Souji's hand on the back of my head, his hand running through my hair. He pulled my head closer so his lips were barely brushing against my ear.
"I'm starting to think you're clumsy on purpose so we end up in positions like this on purpose, Naoto." Souji whispered in my ear. It seems only in situations like this he says my name.
His breath made me shiver. I could hear him chuckle at my reaction before he did something unthinkable. He nibbled on my ear.
I yelped and he quickly covered my mouth. "Wouldn't want anyone to find us like this now would we?" I slowly shook my head. Souji smirked and gave me a peck on the nose.
"Good answer Nerd." He got up and walked back to the table, "Now I'm gonna give you another chance and I'd hurry up if I were you. I'm not a patient person."
I quickly got up and sat in the chair, hoping the burning in my cheeks would go away.
Third Person POV
Yosuke walked out his house. He was on his way to the orphanage to see the kids and more importantly Chie.
He didn't get very far before he heard cries for help. This worried Yosuke because the voice was too familiar. Yosuke quickly ran towards the voice.
"Tsubasa!" Yosuke called. Tsubasa turned when he heard Yosuke, his eyes full of tears. He ran into Yosuke and hugged him tightly.
"Yosuke! I-I didn't mean to...to...b-big sis kept calling...and I didn't listen...t-then she fell a-and she w-wont wake up and it's all my fault!" The kid was now blubbering, snotty, and full on crying. Yosuke tried to comfort Tsubasa the best he could.
"Shh it's okay Tsubasa! It's not your fault. Where is she?" Tsubasa pointed at Chie and Yosuke rushed over to her.
"Chie! Chie can you hear me?!" Chie barely opened her eyes. Her body was really hot and she could hardly speak.
"Yo...suke" was all she said before passing out again. Yosuke quickly felt her forehead then picked her up.
Damn she has a fever.
Yosuke turned to Tsubasa. "Grab that bag and follow me Tsubasa." Tsubasa nodded and grabbed the bag.
Yosuke burst through his front door. He took Chie up to his room and laid her down on the his bed. Tsubasa stood in the doorway.
"Is big sis gonna be okay?" Yosuke pushed his bangs back as he walked over to Tsubasa.
He flashed the kid a reassuring smile, "Don't worry I'll take care of Chie and I'll give it all I got."
Chie's eyes fluttered open. She stared at the ceiling for awhile before realizing this wasn't her house. She sat up slowly since her head was pounding. Chie noticed as she sat up something was on her hand. She looked down to find Yosuke asleep holding her hand.
Chie simply stared at their hands in silence. She could feel her face heat up but she blamed it on the fever. She made no attempt to move her hand though.
Chie then stared at Yosuke's sleeping face. He fell asleep on the floor with his head on the bed. He must have fallen asleep while watching her. Chie swept some of his hair out his face.
I like his sleeping face.
Chie realized what she'd just thought and shook her head. She mentally slapped herself for even letting that thought enter her mind. Yosuke is her worst enemy and rival.
She sighed. Even though she should hate Yosuke, Chie couldn't bring herself to. Not after what he's done for her. If anything, she felt guilty for trying to hate him. Reluctantly, she had to admit-
"You're a kind person" Chie whispered to a sleeping Yosuke. Almost immediately, Yosuke lazily opened his eyes.
"Chie..." He said. Chie jumped a little, not realizing he was awake. She then noticed their hands and quickly yanked hers away.
She could feel her face heat up again."Y-yeah!" Chie responded. Yosuke quickly pulled Chie towards him so their foreheads were touching.
"Your face is red again but your fever seems to be going down. That's good news." Chie pulled away, her face redder than ever.
"D-don't touch me! I'm sick and contagious!" Chie said the first thing that came to her head.
Yosuke just smirked at Chie. He had that feeling of wanting to teasing her again."Fine I won't. But you have to let me walk you home this time."
Chie nodded at his request. Yosuke helped Chie out of the bed since she was still a bit light headed. He grabbed a mask off his desk and handed it to her.
"Put that on so you don't infect anyone miss contagious." Chie reluctantly took it.
"Thank you..."She mumbled before putting her eyes through the lobes. Yosuke raised an eyebrow.
"What was that?"
"Nothing" Even with her cheeks and mouth covered, Chie's pout could be clearly seen through the fabric of the mask. Yosuke just shrugged it off, deciding to leave it alone.
They walked to her house in silence; mainly because Chie was thinking of a way to thank Yosuke. The two finally made it and just stood in front of door. Even at this point, Chie couldn't find her words. She just started opening her door. It was taking longer than usual since Yosuke's gaze felt like it was burning a hole in her back. This made her unbearably nervous.
"Goodnight." Chie stopped when she heard Yosuke's voice behind her. On instinct she turned on her heels and grabbed his shirt. Yosuke furrowed his eyebrows as turned to face her.
"Chie?" Just as he said that, Chie kissed his cheek. Yosuke could barely feel her lips through the mask.
"Thank you... really" She whispered in his ear. With that, she ran into her house; not looking back.
Time Skip
It was Friday and it came way too quick to Naoto. Yukiko and Chie were still sick and she found out this morning Rise was sick too. For reasons Rise's grandmother still hasn't explained, she was being dragged to the 3rd round of the Battle of the Bands without her band!
It took all of Naoto's courage to snatch away from Rise's grandmother, "W-why are you taking me to the battle of bands without a band?! There's no way I can go on without the girls!"
"Look you have to perform today or Born To Win will be disqualified. And you don't want to ruin everything you all worked for?"
Naoto looked down at the ground. She swallowed hard.
"Oba-san...I'm scared without them" Rise's grandmother smiled and patted her shoulder, "Well, the girls got you something so they could be with while you're out there." She handed Naoto a pair of sunglasses.
The edges of Naoto's mouth twitched into a smile. "They're John Lennon sunglasses."
"They go well with your outfit."
Naoto checked out her outfit. The glasses tied in well and overall she liked it a lot.
Naoto had on a crop top with the british flag design on it. She had some high waisted navy shorts with fishnet tights underneath and black combat boots. Lastly, Naoto had on a long red trench coat and a black choker. Her blue wig was in a high messy bun. Naoto completed the outfit by putting on the sunglasses. When she put them on her cool'n spicy facade settled in.
She turned to Rise's grandmother with a calm, bored expression. She couldn't see her eyes from behind the sunglasses but she knew their was a fire in her eyes, "I'm ready."
"Great but there's one thing I should let you know..." Rise's grandmother started.
"What?"
"Well..."
MEANWHILE...
The crowd roared as DBR hit the stage. Girls screamed their names and swooned at the very site of them. Souji loved it and more then anything that damn Born To Win was nowhere to be seen. They were going to be eliminated and this competition would be DBR's for the taking.
"For those who don't know us, we're DBR and I'm the frontman/singer." Souji winked at some girls in the front, "Enjoy.
{Souji}
Just shoot for the stars
If it feels right
And aim for my heart
If you feel like
And take me away and make it OK
I swear I'll behave
You wanted control
So we waited
I put on a show
Now I make it
You say I'm a kid
My ego is big
I don't give a shit
And it goes like this
{Yosuke}
Take me by the tongue
And I'll know you
Kiss me 'til you're drunk
And I'll show you
(Yosuke and Souji)
All the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
{Teddie}
I don't need to try to control you
Look into my eyes and I'll own you
(Teddie and Souji)
With them moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
{Souji}
Maybe it's hard
When you feel like you're broken and scarred
Nothing feels right
But when you're with me
I'll make you believe
That I've got the key
Oh
So get in the car
We can ride it
Wherever you want
Get inside it
And you want to steer
But I'm shifting gears
I'll take it from here (Oh! Yeah yeah!)
And it goes like this (Uh)
{Kanji}
Take me by the tongue
And I'll know you (S:Uh)
Kiss me 'til you're drunk
And I'll show you
(Kanji and Souji)
All the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
{Souji}
I don't need to try to control you (Oh, yeah)
Look into my eyes and I'll own you
With them moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
(N:Yeah yeah)
Everyone in the room turned their attention to the owner of the voice that just chimed in. Souji just stared at the person as he sang the last line.
I've got the moves like Jagger
{Naoto}
A spotlight beamed on her but the sunglasses protected her eyes. Naoto still kept her calm as she walked down the middle of the aisle.
You wanna know how to make me smile
Take control, own me just for the night
And if I share my secret
You're gonna have to keep it
Nobody else can see this
Souji couldn't see her eyes but knew she was staring into his eyes. She smirked and wagged her finger in his face.
So watch and learn
I won't show you twice
Head to toe, oooh baby rub me right
But if I share my secret
You're gonna have to keep it
Nobody else can see this Ay! Ay! Ay! Aaay!
{Souji}
And it goes like this
Naoto now stood at the foot of the stage, looking up at Souji.
Take me by the tongue (N:Take me by the tongue)
And I'll know you
Kiss me 'til you're drunk
And I'll show you (N:Yeah yeah yeah!)
All the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
(N:Oh, yeah)
I don't need to try to control you
Look into my eyes and I'll own you
With them moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
I've got the moves like Jagger
The crowd's clapping and screaming seemed to echo throughout the room but the two just stared at each other. Their gazes were interrupted by the judges.
"That was an amazing entrance uh-" The judge started but Naoto interrupted.
"Drew Painter. I did my part so are we cool?" All the judges nodded.
"Good I'm outta here." Naoto said coolly. She walked away with a slightly wave. Little did she know Souji was following her. He grabbed her wrist, spinning her around. He pulled her close.
"I'm sick of this game we're playing." Naoto was doing her best to keep her facade up.
"What game player boy?"
He smirked, "You know what I'm talking about. This whole 'not wanting each other' thing." Souji closed the gap between them so their faces were inches apart, "I know you felt that tension between us back there. Even before then, I've felt the tension. I know you want me just as bad as I want you."
"Whatever player boy. You're crazy."
"If I'm making it up then push me away. Show me how crazy I am." Souji whispered to her. No matter how much she wanted to, Naoto didn't push Souji away.
Souji took that as a sign and smashed his lips into hers. Naoto wasted no time kissing him. Souji was right. She wanted him.
Oh, how Naoto wanted him. This. Oh how would she regret it.
AceDetective: Well, that's chapter 8! See you guys next time!