Disclaimer: AkaiShadowBaneOrchid does not own anything related to UtaPri.
A/N: However, I only own my various OC's and their songs.
Chapter Twenty-five: 'Hate – Love' or 'Love – Hate' Relationships…-
Time: 11:41 AM
"This place is huge!" Exclaimed Yoshio, "Holy shit! Look at the sizes of those whales!"
"Watch your language little brother," Scolded Yoshi, "We're not the only ones visiting the aquarium."
"Asami chuckled, "I'm sure Yoshio didn't mean to let the 's-word' drop. Relax Yoshi."
"Yeah Yoshi, relax. You're sounding more like mom each day," Smirked Yoshio.
~WHACK!~
"Ouch!"
Asami shook her head. The twins were the complete opposite of each other. Already their love – hate relationship starting to show through their personalities. But they were quite a contrast against their distant cousins, the Hitachiins. The three walked along the large passageway, observing various underwater species swimming in large tanks, which were kept behind huge floor – ceiling glass windows. Yoshi jumped back from surprise, when a loggerhead turtle swam a few feet away from the group. He never favored turtles since they reminded him of an angry bald man, toothless to be exact. Yoshio laughed, thinking back to the incident that had occurred yesterday at the zoo. Asami observed a Caribbean reef shark swimming among the coral reef. The real reef was full of colors. Vibrant and full of life. Brain corals, fire corals, lace corals, sea whips, sea grapes, and so much more.
"Yikes!" Exclaimed Yoshi, the reef shark in the tank was feeding on a Pacific lionfish, "I wouldn't want to be in such a situation. Look at the size of the teeth!"
"Predator and the innocent prey. Hmm…- the shark looks like he's acquired a new taste," Said Yoshio.
"It's a complete food chain," Asami said, opening her own copy of the aquarium map, "How about we visit the jellyfish zone, before heading off to the Pearl Dome?"
"Let's visit the B&W zone instead. I want to see the Black Widow Tetras," Said Yoshio.
"Ok, ok. Fine," Asami sighed, "But only for five minutes."
"Eh…-why?!" Whined Yoshio.
"Idiot, don't you want to be an excellent sempai for your kouhai's?!"
"Asami, the only way that they'll learn by themselves, is to adapt quickly in unfamiliar surroundings. It's not like they're in need of our help."
~WHACK!~
"Ouch!"
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Time: 12:10 PM
"Cut! Wrong again!" Shouted J.J, running his hands through his dark brown hair. It was clear to everyone around him that he was completely frustrated about the scene, "Mr. Jinguji…- we're not trying to flirt with our viewers! Remember you're acting as a mysterious water god in your own underwater paradise. Ignore the cameras! At least pretend as though the cameras don't even exist. Act mysterious…- not flirtatious!"
Ren sighed. The director of the underwater photo shoot was looking like a raging bulldog every minute, barking out orders and insults once in a while. J..J was very picky with the results towards the results of the solo shots. Since it was Ren's turn for a solo shoot, the director wanted him to portray a completely different side to his personality. J.A stood by the edge of the pool, while her brother was chatting with the rest of STARISH. The crew was on standby, waiting for the photo shoot to continue. Time was slowly ticking by for them. Yuudai walked up to the edge of the pool.
"Looks like you can't drop those flirtatious expressions and habits. I'm disappointed, Ren. Forever a playboy at heart," Smirked Yuudai, a dark expression in his ebony eyes, stating the fact that he was clearly amused by Ren's suffering, "So disappointing. You can't even adapt well enough to the role of a mysterious water god."
"My, my. Do I sense bitterness in your words?" Ren was already floating on his back in the pool.
J.A Brooks slightly shivered. She wondered if it was from the temperature in the dome, or the tension, which hung in the air, between Ren and Yuudai. Probably both. She headed out of the Pearl Dome. Coffee. Maybe that would warm her up. The dolphins at the opposite end of the large pool were playing with a beach ball. Shrill cries of joy, sure enough they were the only ones have fun in the pool.
"Anyways…- help is on the way," Yuudai checked the time on his pocket watch, "In the meantime, tea and biscuits shall be served."
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
[Asami's P.O.V]
"It says PUSH not PULL," I said, glaring at Yoshio.
"Whoops…- my mistake."
Yoshi snickered in amusement towards his younger brothers idiotic mistake. Oh. Boy. Ekstasis's Orpheus can be such a dork at times. The Pearl Dome… whoa, impressive a large aquatic pool. Oh dear. Why do I sense tension clinging in the air?!
"What are you're costumes supposed to symbolize?" Yoshi asked Syo.
Poor violinist. Soaked and shivering. The others were moving about, trying to keep warm.
"T-the…- o-ocean."
Teeth chattering, not a good sign. I grabbed a towel off one of the tables. The towel was large enough to cover Syo. Cute. Well…- kind of.
"Holy crap!" I exclaimed feeling the temperature of his hands, "You're hands are freezing!"
"I'm al-right, s-sempai."
"Syo, there's no need to pretend," Yoshio handed him a cup full of warm tea, "Here take a sip of this. It'll warm up your system."
"T-thanks s-sempai," Said Syo before he chugged the warm liquid down.
"No problem," Yoshio looked around slightly, "I can see that the situation is going at a very slow pace."
Jasmine and tea biscuits. Yuudai's snack plans never fail to amaze me. But how in the world did he bring a whole tea set out of nowhere?!
"Asami~chan!"
"Kyaaaa!"
Oh. My. God. So cold! H-hard to…breath!
"Natsuki, you idiot! Stop hugging Asami!" Shouted Syo, trying to push away Natsuki's arms, which were wrapped [too tightly] around me.
Cold, cold, cold. Someone help me! I'm being soaked by the Piyo-chan lover!
"P-please Natsuki, l-let me g-go!" I shouted moving my arms frantically, "You're already soaked!"
Natsuki released his arms from around my waist, "O-oh sorry, Asami~chan," He apologized before pointing to the hood of my thin sweater that I was wearing, "You're Piyo-chan sweater is too adorable. Even the designs of Piyo-chan on your blue jeans are adorably cute."
"Umm…- thanks?"
Cue sweat drop. At the moment, I'm feeling a bit embarrassed from the scene that Natsuki had caused. A bit awkward too. Hmm… that's odd. When I start thinking about it, Natsuki would totally get along with Tama-kun.
"STARISH, get in the pool!" Shouted J.J.
Well, well, well. As always J.J has no problems in ordering others around. I sat behind the monitor, waiting to see the group on screen. The results… I hope turn out well in the end. Hearing my name being called, I looked away from the monitor to where Yoshio was standing by a set of portable dressing room tents. Yuudai waved to me. Great… what does he want now?!
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Time: 2:23 PM
From humans to transforming into alluring water deities, Asami swam closely with the dolphins. Her gold and white flowing costume stating 'Goddess Incarnate.' Innocent and living in a world full of vibrant colors, the enchanting siren smiled, reaching her arms out, she calmly stroked one of the dolphins on the nose, before it swam away. Yoshio swam beside Asami, placing an elaborate crown of corals upon her head. His black costume flowed in sync with his movements. Asami smiled once more, eyes sparkling with joy. Yoshio smiled back, before wrapping an arm around her waist. The two swam upwards to the surface.
"Cut!" Shouted J.J, giving a clap of his hands, "Excellent performance. I'm clearly impressed with the result."
Asami smiled stepping out of the aquatic pool, "T-thank you J.J."
"So what did you think of our underwater scene?" Asked Yoshio, slightly smirking at Ren.
Ren chuckled, "A fine performance, Yoshio. As for you my enchanting siren…- you never cease to amaze me."
"I'm flattered," Asami wrapped a towel around her shoulders, "However at this moment it's not my time to shine."
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Time: 10:40 PM
~'…-conclusion, myths are a part of our world, our culture, fundamental beliefs, and our understanding of each other and ourselves. Myths never fail to captivate, and their importance cannot be overstated.'~
Tomochika sighed in relief. Finally she had finished her history essay. Proofreading, twice. She made sure to fix any errors in her essay before saving the word document. She shut off her laptop. Nanami walked out of the bedroom, which they currently shared, entering the living room that was connected to the kitchen. Tomochika headed to the bathroom that was connected to the bedroom. It was getting late and she needed her beauty sleep. A shower first was needed to release the stress of homework. Nanami flipped through her collaboration booklet, skimming the pages for the important details on upcoming events. Between pages twenty and thirty-three, most events were scheduled in July, August, October, and December. Commercial films, photo shoots, fan-signing events, attending variety shows, and even galas. Nanami heard the water running from the bathroom, knowing that Tomochika was already in the shower. It would probably take half an hour for Tomochika to finish her shower. There was a knock on the cabin door followed by a few shouts outside. Nanami sweat dropped. The voices didn't belong to her assigned bodyguards.
"C-coming," Nanami stuttered, placing the booklet on the coffee table before answering the door.
Chi and Ren entered the cabin. Nanami closed the door quickly, used to the fact that her bodyguards were still standing outside. The ladies shared the living room sofa. Nanami could tell that Chi was annoyed about something. That 'thing' happened to be the very individual sitting in one of the living room recliners.
"Sorry that I barged in unexpected," Apologized Chi, "I would have come alone but…- this annoying parasite was in the area," Chi pointed at Ren.
"My little vixen, you offend me. At least my little lamb hold no dislike towards me," Said Ren giving a wink towards Nanami, who instantly blushed to a shade of crimson.
Chi gave a roll of her eyes, slightly scoffing, "No way in hell I'm going to start liking you. Annoying parasite."