Chapter 05: Having a rival is troublesome because that person is always bugging you about challenges! How troublesome isn't?
Beta Read by AL19.
Summer had already started in Edo. Bright sunshine was shown in the place. Also, some famous personalities always visited the Yorozuya, trying to recruit Satsuki. Refusing to do this, she rolled her eyes, because she didn't have any interest in it. Seriously, becoming an idol? Model? Artist? She hates it. Gintoki encouraged her because if she applied to this, lots of money would come into the Pachinko Parlor. But she still refused, which made him upset.
After a couple of days, the Yorozuya were having a feast, because Soyo Hime paid them even though the play was canceled. Currently, they were having lunch in the living room. There were lots of food; Gintoki took the half of it and the excess amount was given to the other three. Well, he was planning on going to the Pachinko Parlor after this feast. Eating so happily and peaceful, Satsuki decided to turn on the Television. She was shocked upon what she saw, the news about the theatre were all around the Edo.
"Hey! Look at this!"
The trio gazed over at the Television and their jaws dropped. They sighed about this because maybe the news anchor would come to the house and interview them. About the man inside the mascot, he escaped. And about the one who launched the rockets into the theatre, it was remained a mystery. They turned off the TV and continued their feast. After a few minutes, they were totally full. They went to their usual positions and started doing their business. It wasn't long enough until someone knocked on the door. Shinpachi, as usual, pulled the door open and saw a creepy girl. She wore a hood and a pair of sunglasses, although she was suspicious. He hesitantly invited her inside. As she went into the living room, she saw the blue haired girl.
She gasped at the sight of her, and almost instantly, she clenched her teeth, and charged towards her. She was about to slap her, but Satsuki caught her hand. It made Shinpachi froze. Kagura glared at her while Gintoki just stared at them, dumbfounded.
"Oi. It's bad swinging your hands to the person you just met!"
She rose her head and shouted at her, "It's because of you! You-"
But she didn't have the chance tell her the reason, because Kagura knocked her down. Satsuki laughed at this and thanked Kagura. A few moments later, the woman awoke and she rose from the couch. There she faced the Yorozuya trio plus Satsuki. This girl let down her hood and sunglasses. Shinpachi and Kagura were surprised about this. As for Satsuki and Gintoki; they were completely clueless. Kagura and Shinpachi pointed at her, "You're Mizuki Mai!"
She smiled upon them. Mizuki Mai had blond hair, with a side ponytail. She had green eyes and a pretty face. Her occupation was an idol; she was currently the rival of Terakado Tsuu for being the top artist. The only difference was that she had a somewhat better song than Otsuu. Shinpachi screamed at her, telling her that Otsuu was greater than her. She gave out a chuckle and winked upon the young man. He was captivated by this. Seeing this made Kagura, Gintoki and Satsuki roll their eyes. But Kagura was a huge fan of her because she was very pretty and cute. Gintoki dug his nose and sighed.
"So what makes you go here Makasakari-san?"
"Who the heck is Makasakari?!" She hissed. Crossing her legs, she gave Satsuki a glare, "Lately, I've been having a decrease of popularity. My songs weren't a huge hit at all. Some of my fan clubs are leaving me and building another one. Why? It is because of this stupid woman! Some men build a fan club for her! You stupid bitch!" She was about to slap her again when Satsuki caught her wrist.
Satsuki held a sadistic smirk and stated, "You know, I hate blonde bitches like you. So, I have a fan club huh? Then I'm just going to burn them for you. Wearing a miniskirt and long boots. That's why, I hate blondes like you, and you are just making yourself a bitch. Congratulations for being a bitch!" Satsuki released her wrist and sat down. Mai gently held her wrist and glared at her. As for Satsuki, she gave out a serious look and stated once more, "I don't have a plan on making myself popular. Being an idol? Model? Actress? Singer? Dancer? Nah, don't care about them."
Kagura spat as she grabbed her collar, "That's right, bitch. You know, I lost my respect to you! You are being a bitch! I hate you, bitch!"
Shinpachi calmed Kagura who was having nerves around her face. Mai just rolled her eyes and slammed the table. "Okay, fine! Let's have a contest, Sakakibara Satsuki! An idol contest, where you'll dress up costumes and sing in front of the crowd! If I win, you'll be out of my sight and if you win I-"
"You've got to be kidding me. I won't ever wear some sexy looking outfit, make Kagura-chan wear it and join the contest. I, Sakakibara Satsuki, will dress up in an embarrassing outfit in front of a crowd? What is this, Mirajane vs Jennie in Fairy Tail? Never. Leave already, you're a pain!"
"But you're a flat board," Gintoki teased her.
"Shut up!"
Kagura reacted upon the sudden decision of Satsuki while Mai was embarrassed for being cut again. She pouted, "If you win I'll pay you 50,000 and I will quit being an idol!" Hearing this made Gintoki pat Satsuki's shoulder, telling her to jump on the offer. He didn't care if she'd quit as long as the money was theirs; then he wouldn't complain. Shinpachi was alarmed by this.
She glared at her again, but sighed heavily, "I'll think about it. So, just leave."
Mai raised a brow and held out a paper containing the dress code and the place. She bid a goodbye, and wordlessly, she left the place. The trio except Satsuki stared at the paper. They found out the place where the contest would be held was at Boracay Resort, which was a Philippine Resort.
Their jaw dropped by this offer; if Satsuki joined this contest they'd have a chance to have a nice vacation on this resort. Plus, if she won, she'd have lots of money and they'd be living in a castle. They stared at the girl but she gave out a no and exited the living room. After that awkward moment someone barged in the Headquarters. It was Shinpachi's sister, Shimura Tae. Shinpachi gave her a confuse look and asked her about the surprise visit. Otae said she wanted to visit the Yorozuya. He immediately headed to the kitchen and made some tea. Kagura called out the blue haired girl; Satsuki immediately complied. Both sat on the couch.
"Nice to meet you, I am Sakakibara Satsuki," Satsuki introduced herself.
Otae held a smile," I am Shimura Tae, nice to meet you, too."
Gintoki sat properly, "Oi, Otae, we need your help. This girl was invited to a contest by Mai and she doesn't want to join."
Otae placed her hand on her mouth and chuckled, "Oh! I know Sakakibara-san, she was Juliet; isn't she so cute. Oh, by Mizuki Mai? You better grab hold of it, girl."
She gave out dumbfounded stare, "No way."
Kagura butted in the conversation,"Anego! About that, help us force her."
Otae asked the date of the contest and Gintoki told her that it was 3 days from today. She thought about this, because she wanted to see her again in a beautiful dress. She gave them a smile, "How about this, Yorozuya...I have a job for you."
Shinpachi entered the room with the tea and offered it to his sister. She thanked him and sipped the tea. "Sakakibara-san, join the contest please."
The trio was surprised by her thinking. Indeed, it was a wise one because there was no way she'd refuse now. The trio smiled at her saying 'Thank you'; she smiled back.
Satsuki sighed about this and raised an eyebrow, "Fine, but if I lose don't come crying to me. Saying you lose 50,000 and free food. But, Shimura-san, if you would like please sponsor the following dresses in this paper. I'll make sure to let her taste the bitterness of becoming a bitch." She stated sadistically and smiled. Otae gave two thumbs up to the trio, which it made them happy. So, all they needed to do was to pack their things and go to the resort.
Otae chuckled from the sight, "By chance, Sakakibara-san and Gin-san, are you going out?"
The two glared at each other and stated in unison, "No way in hell."
"But you have the same kind of kimono."
"No way. No way," They shook their heads.
Otae bid a farewell, but not before placing a box on the table. It was dark matter, saying it was a present. They nodded at that. The people stood up and packed their things; as for Shinpachi, he went with his sister to pack. The trio plus Otae was excited, although Satsuki, who was left in the couch, thought of something.
Meanwhile on Otae's side, she invited Kyubei for the contest and told her about the dresses. Kyubei nodded and ordered Toujo to get some. Well, as expected he complied, believing his master might wear these dresses. Otae talked about Satsuki and was glad that she met her. The 2 started to pack their things for the Resort. Toujo also managed to pick the dresses and gave it to his master. He thought that she'll be the one to wear it but Kyubei gave him a 'no'. Not surprisingly, it made him cry. As soon as they were done, they immediately headed to the meeting place where the Yorozuya agreed. Finally, they went to the bus stop and there they're complete.
"Anego! Kyu-chan! Let's go!" Kagura exclaimed excitedly as she hopped in the train. The two nodded and headed to the train. As for the trio, they sighed and went inside.
For Satsuki, she didn't even care what'd happen for this contest as for now she wanted to enjoy the beach on the meantime.
It was short, isn't it? Well, it is because I run out of ideas how I will end this chapter. Thank you for supporting my fan fiction! Also, support my other one which is "From me to you".