CHAPTER 45- The Vongola Christmas Party
G's POV:
"Alright everyone, let's have a important meeting"
"What's it all about G, and besides Giotto is not here", Daemon said.
"That's why we must do it now, Giotto must not know of this plan"
"And what is this thing that Giotto must not know?" Viole asked.
"Let's just say that this meeting will involve something about Giotto ending up with Tsuna at the party"
"COUNT ALL OF US IN", all of the remaining guardians said.
"I know you'll participate, so first of all let's plan ahead"
"Daemon and Elena, you two do something about ending them in 'you know what' situation", I said,
"You mean situations that they will have to hug or kiss each other?" Elena exclaimed with stars in her eyes. "I promise to do my best then commander"
"Good job then soldier, next Arisa and Viole, as the remaining girl Guardians please accompany Tsuna for the whole night and make sure no other male specimen will get close to her"
Arisa and Viole then nodded.
"Lastly Knuckles and Lampo, both of you must coordinate with the Arceo so they will know our plan", I said and was given with nods.
"What about you G? What will you do?" Knuckles said.
"Of course as the right hand man I should be always with Giotto. In that way I can also prevent other girls from getting close to him"
"Oh, I can't wait", Elena said and all of also cheered.
"Alright, Operation Love version of the Guardians starts now"
Tsuna's POV:
During Hayate and I's planning for the program we were told to prepare a lot of songs and dances to entertain the audience. The problem is, there is no time left to inform some groups to perform at the party. After a few thinking we decided that to make things easier, the eight of us will be performing everything.
So after a few discussions, we came up with the sequence of the program. First to sing will be Chrome, then Mukuro, then Kyoya, Rhea, Laela, Takeshi, Hayate, and lastly me. At the end we will be singing together.
"Hime-sama I'm really bad singing in front of a crowd, what should I do?" Hayate said and I can't help but pat her head.
"Don't worry I'll you with that, first of all practice the song okay"
The songs are really not original, you see I met up with Elena at the library and she suggested for us to sing the songs they sang years ago during the Vongola Party. I got Giotto's part of course, Hayate got G's, Takeshi got Arisa's, Laela got Lampo's, Rhea got Knuckles, Kyoya got Viole's, Mukuro got Daemon's and Chrome got Elena's.
Days passed and it is already the day of the long awaited Vongola Party.
We finally finished all our chores and the whole mansion was brightly decorated with Christmas stuffs. Guests arrived in flashing gowns and suits fit for the Christmas season.
So first of all, is Giotto's welcome speech to everyone who attended the party. The Arceo and I at that time were on the backstage preparing for our presentation. We are all dressed up in our respective flame color. The girls wore black skirts with different colored shirts and over it are black suits completed with a black necktie. The boys wore the same attire but instead of skirts they wore black pants.
The host for the party is Luce and surprisingly Reborn. It must be Luce-nee's doing. Aria was taken care by Lal-nee at the meantime.
"Alright, first of all to lighten up our evening listen to our performers for tonight", Luce-nee and everyone clapped their hands.
First to sing is Chrome and she went to the stage. A slow melodious song played and the audience became silent anticipating the song.
Slowly Chrome sang the song which was originally sang by Elena years ago. Setsuna no Kioku meaning 'The Instant Memory'.
Closing my eyes, like asking a question, never-vanished eternally, the dreams' events
Reflecting in the mirror, the illusion is just a melody that played quietly
Piercing my heart, inside the loneliness, longingly inviting the days
The instant memory, I want to go jumping over it right now
The momentary wind, the flowing stars
Progressing sparklingly
Hearing it faintly, that kind voice
The town's light will smile too
The momentary wind too, the flowers blooming in darkness too
Hidden in the light throbbing
Hearing it faintly, the missed voice
Opening the window and looking up once again
The voice of the heart, I want to recognize it, never-waking eternally, looking at the dreams
Remained in the eyes, the trace is still coloring the melody secretly
Piercing my heart, inside the pain, the certain vow on these hands
The instant memory, I want to go jumping over it alone
The momentary wind, the flowing stars
Progressing sparklingly
Hearing it faintly, that kind voice
The town's light will smile too
The past season, the time that we can't go back to
Stopping it is beyond one's power
Though the memories of that day is fading
The light of hope will shine on this hand
The momentary wind, the flowing stars
Progressing sparklingly
Hearing it faintly, that kind voice
The town's light will smile too
The momentary wind too, the flowers blooming in darkness too
Hidden in the light throbbing
Hearing it faintly, the missed voice
Opening the window and looking up once again
All throughout the song, Chrome was looking at Elena's direction who directed a smile towards her. I can't help but also smile.
Chrome then gracefully bowed after the song and a loud applause echoed all over the room. Next a cooling music played and Mukuro appeared on the stage singing the song his older brother Daemon sang years ago.
I can't believe that I can touch you with this hand
You're so naive that I can capture you
Look at my odd eye, projecting a frightened face
I'm happy to meet you, somehow it's too cliche
So, will you make a contract with me?
Before you lose your memory
Kufufu kufufu kufufu no fu
Let's dance in the mist's carnival
In a pure and beautiful world
The manipulated you is in the eternal samba with me
I will comfort you if you wish for it
Is it okay for a moment?
Oya oya or for eternity?
I don't understand why you cry
It seems like it's my fault
Kufufu kufufu kufufu no fu
Come recognize it, your destiny
Once you misstep, it starts breaking
The sad-eyed you is my lovely doll
That's right
So, will you make a contract with me?
Before you lose your memory
Kufufu kufufu kufufu no fu
Let's dance in the mist's carnival
In a pure and beautiful world
The manipulated you is in the eternal samba with me
Always confident, Mukuro went downstage and a lot of shouts and screams from women erupted in the room. But the most excitement came when Mukuro grabbed Viole and danced with her during the instrumental part.
After that Mukuro kissed Viole's hand and went upstage again to finish the song. Kufufu no Fu-Boku to Keiyaku. In other words it means 'Contract with Me'. With what happened downstage it looks like Mukuro is indirectly proposing.
Another rock song played in the back ground and Kyoya appeared on the stage singing Viole's song from years ago. The title is Akashi which translates to 'Proof'
Melt into the darkness of the night alone
Dyeing the momentarily scattering monochrome world
The gripped and hurt fragments of stars
We gather and arrange trust
No matter who comes, from this point on, there is no one that can pass through
Like the momentary flight
To the blue and inviting sky
No matter what color it's dyed
I'll protect it to the end
Only the whirling feelings
The strength that won't be drained
The proof that is cycling once again
Pursuing my own ideals
Like the sublime aloof drifting cloud
Do you have the resolution and strength to fight against me?
The city that's dyed in dark gray
Like a plain radiance
No matter what kind of vision of future shows
The strength I believe
The weak will die
Only the strong people remain
The proof that is cycling once again
If the warm cloud comes out
Reflecting the white world
No matter what road is there
It will connect
The strength that can't be captured
Our road will open up
The proof that is cycling once again
No matter who comes, from this point on, there is no one that can pass through
Like the momentary flight
To the blue and inviting sky
No matter what color it's dyed in
I'll protect it to the end
Only the whirling feelings
The strength that won't be drained
The proof that is cycling once again
No matter what color it's dyed in
Like the momentary flight
The proof that is cycling once again
As expected from the Cloud Guardian, to actually write a song about being the Cloud and protecting the Sky. From afar Viole is proudly looking at the singing Kyoya.
Another song played again and this time Rhea went to the stage singing her brother's song years ago. The title is Kyokugen Fighter which translates to 'Extreme Fighter'.
The one who lost to myself was the small, inexperienced me
Once I opened the door of courage, light flooded in
Strike, advance with a punch
Oh, walk the earth with the strongest beat
Get cornered, crash into walls
Always in overheat
We band together as one from now on
It's too early to give up
Shine, sunny sky
Push on, push on to the extreme
Rev your engines to the max and cross the hill
I tell people "it's all right, I can do it," but
The truth is I'm always trying to convince myself
Get it with a dizzying hook
Oh, feel it with the sexy beat
Berate me when I hang my head; defeat me when I whine
Keep your balance and score a knockout
We band together as one from now on
Charge full speed ahead
Shouting at the skies
Push on, push on to the extreme
Rev your engines to the max and cross the hill
Push on, push on to the extreme
Rev your engines to the max and cross the hill
Push on, push on to the extreme
Rev your engines to the max and cross the hill
I was not already surprised when I heard a lot of 'extreme' and 'to the max' in the song. The title itself suggests it. Well, Knuckles was happily looking at his sister singing on the stage.
Now that I think about it, the next singer would be Laela right. If the songs reflect the attitudes and traits of the Guardians then I wouldn't be surprised of the lyrics Laela will be singing.
What is inside my head
Toffee ball, candy, chocolate
Of course not only those
There is also a big dream
Conquer the world, obliterate Reborn
Eat soft cream as much as I like
I-Pin will cry
Lampo, stupid!
Gabrielle will be ignored
Like it's possible
Shoo shoo hag, go there
I hate kids
Right now, as I see it, it's soon to be my world
Even Reborn will be knocked out
My stomach is always hungry
Soumen, croquette, hamburger
And grapes for dessert
Mama's meals are the best
Boss' orders, to defeat Reborn
Bovino Family is number one in the world
I-Pin, move there
Lampo, what are you doing
Gabrielle will be rugged
Like you can, you brat
Shoo shoo hag, I don't care
Shoo shoo, go over there
Right now I see it, it's soon to be my world
Even Reborn will be knocked out
But there's a lot of food
Do you want toffee ball, toffee ball
I won't give you
Just wait okay
Lampo-san will defeat Reborn soon
And become Bovino Family's boss
Conquest the world, kill Reborn in an instant
There's no one who can match me anymore
I-Pin...
Gyouza kempo!
Gabrielle...
Rocket Bomb!
Shoo shoo hag...
Wait, where is that cow assassin go?!
Right now, as I see it, it's soon to be my world
Even Reborn will be knocked ouuuuuutttt
And that's the lyrics that Laela sang entitiled Lampo-san no Yabou which means 'Lampo-san's Ambition'. I was not surprised by the mention of foods. However, killing and defeating Reborn? I didn't know Lampo has that mission at first. G at the background is glaring at Lampo and Arisa is calming him. I wonder who this I-pin is though.
Next to sing is Takeshi with Ame no Message which translates to 'Message of the Rain'.
Suddenly it begins to rain
Coloring the city gently
Wash away dust and unpleasant things
Yes, there are sunny days
But there are also rainy days
Let's take a break while taking shelter from the rain
Continuing everyday from now on
Nothing can interrupt us forever, we continue right now
Hey, when you want to cry, just cry
Until your tears are gone, it's okay to cry
It's okay not to pretend to be strong, because we'll become stronger
Now in the middle of running up to the hill
The hardship is the same with everyone
It's okay not to be impatient, because we'll reach it somehow
Making gentle sounds
The rain also falls today
Pouring into everything, giving them shine
It's okay to try again tomorrow
Experience is not useless, it'll be connected
Hey, when you want to meet, close your eyes
It's okay to express everyone's smile
No words are needed, because it will be transmitted
Now in the middle of turning the road turn
The fear is the same with everyone
It's okay not to look down, we are advancing ahead
Hey, when you want to cry, just cry
Until your tears are gone, it's okay to cry
It's okay not to pretend to be strong, because we'll become stronger
Hey, when you want to meet, close your eyes
It's okay to express everyone's smile
No words are needed, because they will be transmitted
As expected from the lyrics of the Rain Guardian, to actually make a calming song. Arisa was smiling at the singing Takeshi all the while.
When Takeshi finished his song, Hayate who was beside me started to shiver.
"You okay Hayate?" I asked and she gave me a nod.
"I'm just quite afraid of facing the crowd Hime-sama", she confessed and I smiled at her.
"Don't worry just go in there, sing and remember the lyrics. I'll you overcome that nervousness. Everyone is already there waiting for you to sing", I said and pushed Hayate towards's the stage and the crowd cheered.
The song began to play and Hayate looked at me nervously, I gave her a thumb's up and she smiled and clutched the microphone.
The person I want to protect and think of
Yes, there is one
Devoting everything, not caring about my appearance
The honorable woman I protect
What I am saying is...
The next part is the lyrics and I quickly adjusted the microphone I held. I saw Hayate looking for me and had a frightened look in her eyes. The chorus is already approaching though. Without a thought, I went towards the stage and sang along with Hayate. She widened her eyes and then began to sing with confidence.
In the time of difficulty, the time when you're about to lose
The clashing strength
In the time when you're hurt, the time when you're sad
The unbroken strength
Waking up the storm, releasing the flame
And at this moment we both released our flames and the audience gasp in response.
Pierce through, right now
Grasp it, your dream
At this part we both went downstage and Hayate sang the song by herself.
About to break, the fragile fleeting
Fragments of hope
Carrying it inside my heart, no one
Shall touch him even with one finger
The place I aim at is...
We both once again sang the chorus part and I can't help but take a glance at the Guardians' direction. Giotto and G were really smiling and I remembered Elena telling me that G was also afraid of crowds that's why Giotto sang with him that time too. The song was entitled Yell.
In the time when you are at your limit, the time when you are about to break
The advancing strength
In the time when you want to run too, the time when you suffer
The facing strength
Together with the storm, releasing the anger
I continue fighting
Carve it, your dream
In the time of difficulty, the time when you're about to lose
The clashing strength
In the time when you're hurt, the time when you're sad
The unbroken strength
Waking up the storm, releasing the flame
Pierce through, right now
Grasp it, your dream
We both bowed down and I remained downstage. I still have a song to sing namely Giotto's song entitled Mamorubeki Mono which translates to 'Things I Must Protect'
The song played in the background and the lights turned off.
I slowly calmed down and sang the song.
My feelings
The shining ring
The burning flame, the proof of resolution
To protect you
No matter how lost my worry is, no matter how wishful my feelings are
It won't change just like that
To keep living, if it's necessary, I'll fight with my dying will
For the past, for the future: never give up
The lights turned on and I spread my right hand towards the sky.
Under the sky, things I can do now
I'm searching for that smile, wherever it is hiding
I smiled and extended my hand towards the Guardians and Arceo's direction- yes they are the people I want to protect.
My tomorrow, things I must protect
Because the important thing is that you are here
The cruel feeling
I will crush it
I will show you the hidden power
I am not alone
No matter how deep my hurt is, no matter how distant my feelings are
I must advance, there is only one road
Even when we are searching around the world, we are not alone
No matter what happens: don't be afraid
I promised right, that no matter what happens I'll be looking forward to be awarded by your smile.
The feelings piling up, the connected hands
I want to grab that smile, because I'll be by your side immediately
For the distant tomorrow, let's make a promise
Because we have a dream that can't be handed over
Under the sky, things I can do now
I'm searching for that smile, wherever it is hiding
My tomorrow, things I must protect
Because the important thing is that you are here
Because you are here
After the song all the Arceo went upstage and I followed them. It's already the last song we're going to sing, Yakusoku no Basho e which mean 'To the Promised Land'
HAYATE:
Where does the sky spread?
I'll continue my path somewhere
TAKESHI:
Compared to yesterday, tomorrow seems far away
I'll be waiting for you at the promised land
TSUNA:
When I'm alone, I can't do anything
But because I want to protect you
KYOYA:
The thoughts of becoming stronger give me courage
RHEA:
When I'm alone, I can't do anything
But we, in order to protect everyone
MUKURO:
The thoughts of becoming stronger give us power
TSUNA:
Tears of loneliness, there was a day when they spilled
Tears of regret cannot be stopped
CHROME:
The me from that day reflected in the mirror
At the promised place that gives me warmth
LAELA:
We went forward a little more with the time trial awaiting
CHROME:
If we move forward and support each other
We'll give our friends happiness
LAELA:
We went forward a little more
No matter how many times, we'll stand up
TSUNA:
Whenever something cannot be seen in our eyes
I'll protect you with love
KYOYA:
From this heart, I say thank you
RHEA:
I believe that someday, that day will arrive
MUKURO:
As long as there are dreams in this heart
LAELA:
Our journey continues
TSUNA:
In the blue sky, extend your hands and see
HAYATE:
Even if we're separated, our hands are connected
TAKESHI:
In the smiling face I want to protect
CHROME:
You who stands out is family
TSUNA:
Where does this wind go?
Where does this star want to go?
CHROME:
No matter what kind of tomorrow comes, I'll still want to move on
Even if I'm like this, there's a reason for being me
At this part the top 3 people of the Arceo namely me, Hayate, and Takeshi moved forward and began to sing. I was at the middle, Hayate at the right, and Takeshi at the left.
TSUNA:
That time, at the unknown place
HAYATE:
You arrived and laughed
TAKESHI:
Even if in the unused thing, even if in the broken dream
TSUNA, HAYATE, TAKESHI:
The flower in this heart blooms
One by one we step forward and lighted our Arceo rings.
CHROME:
The falling snow
MUKURO:
The mist comes
KYOYA:
The clouds appear
TAKESHI:
The pouring rain
LAELA:
The angry thunder
HAYATE:
After the storm
RHEA:
The sun always shines
TSUNA:
All of them lead to the blue sky
ALL:
From this heart, I say thank you
I believe that someday, that day will arrive
As long as there are dreams in this heart
Spread your wings of freedom
Extend your hands to the blue sky
Even if we're separated, our hands are still connected
In the shining smiles that I want to protect
We that stand out
Are family... family
Yup...we are one family...we are the Vongola Family.