Chapter Forty-two: Fears & Feelings…-
Date: May 18th, 2012
Location: S.S.A; Main dance studio
Time: 8:15 AM
~Come on over~
Yeah, yeah, yeah!
I know that you're looking my way
~Come on over~
Baby girl…- I'll rock your world!
Sexy. Upbeat. Music flowed throughout the dance studio, coming from the iPod stereo. The Watanabe twins were dancing in sync to their recently recorded single. Devilish smirks. Slick footwork and hand motions. Oh. God. The twins knew how to make the temperature rise.
~Come on over~
Turn me on!
I'll make you scream my name
~Come on over~
It's time to play!
Oh. God. Sure enough, the lyrics were slightly…- naughty. Even the dance routine was bordering between 'flirtatious' and 'too-damn-sexy.' It allowed the younger Watanabe twin to flaunt his muscular abs. Shirts off?! Oh. Yes.
~Come on over~
I'll be sure to give you what you want
Yeah, yeah, yeah!
~Come on over~
Ride me girl…- show me what you've got!
Damn. What a way to go from 'sexy' to 'rated 18+.' The twins ended the song with a slick pelvis thrust and a seductive wink. They always gave their best at rehearsals and even on stage.
"Not to bad," Yoshi said, placing his shirt back on, "I'd think that Tanaka-chan would be impressed by how fast we've adjusted to the choreography."
Yoshio slung his shirt over a chair, before leaning against a wall, "No worries. She knows that we've learned the moves by heart. We just have to flaunt our sex appeal to all the lovely ladies in the audience."
"I wasn't talking about…- never mind," Sighed Yoshi.
Yoshio smirked, "Come on brother. Admit it. You desire a lady who is willing to ride you."
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Location: S.S.A; Photography studio
Time: 10:35 AM
Students were paired up to work together in groups of three. The teacher of the photography class had written on the blackboard, 'Choose a theme and create a simple 20 paged photo booklet in color. Be sure to create a catchy title for your photo booklet.' Syo was paired up with the twins. Asami was paired up with Tokiya and Ren. However, the playboy chose to skip out on another class.
Tokiya adjusted the date, time, and year on the silver handheld camera, "Sempai…- have you thought of a particular theme for our photo booklet?"
"Nature," Asami doodled on a scrap piece of paper, "We could focus on animals and insects that live in their own habitats."
Tokiya slightly smiled, "I like the sound of that."
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Time: 11:00 AM
'~The night was dark and stormy. Rain dripped down the windows of the cabin that stood alone in the woods, far away from city life. Inside the cabin, the fireplace was lite, bringing light to the two lovers, who were sprawled out on an animal rug. Dominating. Hard. Passionate. Thrusts. Sweat rolled down the saxophonists back as he continued to make love to the pianist. On the brink of pleasure, the pianist erotically moaned as he…-'
"Ren!"
Oh. Boy. Chi's shout woke up the saxophonist from his nightmare. Ren opened his eyes. Thank. God. He was still in the nurse's office, laying in one of the beds. Beads of sweat were clinging to his forehead. The Aoi Vixen seated in one of the chairs had a look of concern across her face.
Ren sighed, still disturbed from his nightmare, "W-what brings you here?"
"You were whimpering in your sleep," Chi frowned, "I only came here to get new bandages for Asami. It sounded like you were having a nightmare…- so I woke you."
Ren chuckled, running his hand through a strand of his hair, "How embarrassing. Thanks for saving me."
"Don't mention it," Chi said, before leaving the nurse's office.
Ren sighed. He would have to talk to Asami later. Damn those intense 'BL' stories. For sure his nerves were still badly shocked.
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Time: 11:15 AM
Most of the students from A, D, and G class were outside on the track and field. Tomochika was on the sidelines among other students. The onlookers including her were cheering for those on the running track. She was currently watching Ekstasis's Hypnos and Mercury on the running track, competing against each other and other male students from other classes. Tomochika nearly jumped in joy, once Alexander came in first place. Surprise. Surprise. Masumi had managed to come in third place. Well it looked like all that jogging in the past with Asami had paid off well for Alexander.
"I'm impressed," Tomochika said, before handing a water bottle and a towel over to Alexander, "I thought that you were only going to come in last place. I've totally underestimated you."
Alexander smiled, "Well…- I do have a reason as to why I came in first place."
"What is that reason?" Tomochika questioned.
Alexander smirked, "Earlier you said…- if I came in first place, you would give me a kiss."
Oh. Dear. Tomochika blushed. She had been so caught up in the moment earlier that she had forgotten about her deal with Alexander. Oh. Boy. Well it was too late to turn back on her word now. For sure, Hypnos had the young redheaded model within his grasp.
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Location: Heart & Spades café; five minutes away from S.S.A
Time: 12:25 PM
"So delicious," Asami thought, while she nibbled on a medium strawberry filled cream puff, "I love the way the flavor melts in my mouth."
The enchanting siren was seated comfortably in one of the corner booths, which was located at the far back of the half deserted café. Other students in the café were comfortably chatting away. A few waiters and waitresses in the area were serving other customers. Everything on the menu was price ranged from '100-5,000' yen. Once Asami finished the cream puff, she took a sip of her green tea. Oh. Boy. Giggles and whispers of excitement emitted from a few female students, once Ren entered the café. Asami sighed. Damn. It was no longer peaceful in the café. Ren instantly spotted her. He didn't mind the fan girls at all. Ren took a seat at the corner booth, across from Asami.
"Alone without your poker-faced lover?" Ren smirked, "My. My. This is a rare occurrence."
Asami rolled her eyes, "Don't be such a tease. Masato had duties to finish back at the academy with Masumi. I only came here to take a breather from a recent art exam."
"Hmm," Ren smiled, "I guess that I should feel thankful towards 'Lady Fate,' since you're in my sight."
Asami sweat dropped, holding back the urge to throw her teaspoon at him, "You should count your lucky stars that Masato isn't here to…-"
"Ok. I get it," Ren smirked, "I'll tread carefully my…- sweet rose."
Dear. God. Asami sighed once again. If the audiences of fan girls observing them weren't around, she would've used her shoulder bag to hit Ren on the head. However, she smiled once she saw the black and gold tie around his neck. The necktie had motifs of gold saxophones against a black background. It was a perfect fashion accessory for the saxophonist.
"I'm surprised to see you wearing the tie," Asami said, "I can truthfully admit that it clashes well with your white shirt. I'll give credit to the salesclerk who personally picked it out from the catalogue back in Kyoto."
Ren smiled, "My sweet rose, I'll be sure to cherish this lovely necktie."
Asami smiled back. There was a joyful twinkle in Ren's blue eyes. As soon as a waiter came to their booth, Ren ordered a cup of black coffee. When the waiter asked Asami if she wanted to order anything else, Ren spoke in her stead. The waiter left momentarily.
"Strawberry mint cake?!" Asami pouted, "I already ate a strawberry cream puff. I don't need anything else."
Ren smirked, " Too late my sweet rose. No take backs."
Damn the flirt. Once the coffee and cake came to their booth, Asami had no other choice. Delicious temptation. She nibbled on the strawberry topping, savoring the sweet taste. Ren wiped a bit of the pink cream off Asami's lips, before licking the sweet stuff from his right thumb. He didn't mind the taste. Oh. Boy. Cue the excited giggles and squeals from nearby fan girls. Ren smirked. He was clearly amused by the shade of crimson dusting Asami's cheeks. Damn. For sure, 'LeeRen' shippers would have gone crazy over the whole scenario.
"Seriously," Asami frowned, "You could've told me that I had whipped cream on my lips!"
"And ruin my fun?" Ren slightly chuckled, "No way."
Asami poked the cake with a silver fork; "Masato is going to murder you if he hears about this."
"Maybe," Ren smirked, "But he has to learn that sharing is caring."
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Location: S.S.A
Time: 4:46 PM
Chi and Natsuki were seated in the white bandstand. The weather was warm enough for the two to give them a good enough reason to nibble on lemon popsicles. Syo ran up to them, holding out his right hand. Uh. Oh. Sure enough, in the palm of his hand was a black beetle. Double. Uh. Oh. Natsuki beamed in joy by Syo's discovery. Chi emitted a screech in fear. After all, she did have Entomphobia. Poor lady. Chi dropped her half eaten sweet treat, flailing her arms in frenzy, only to knock Natsuki's glasses off his face. Syo sweat dropped. How careless…- on his part. Chi rushed past Syo. Teehee. She had managed to trip over a small tree branch. She was such a klutz. Oh. Dear. Chi made a real 'splashing' entrance into the lake. Male students who were on the bridge emitted a few fox whistles, once they saw Chi's appearance. Dear. God. Her white blouse was now transparent, giving a lovely view of her lacy aqua bra.
"Seriously think about the consequences of your actions!" Growled Satsuki. He quickly tossed the black beetle into a nearby bush, before pushing Syo to the ground.
Syo winced in pain, "I didn't mean to…-"
Satsuki ignored the violinist's words. Why bother?! His main concern was Chi. He wrapped his academy jacket around Chi's cold and trembling shoulders. Lovely. The Aoi Vixen blushed a shade of crimson when Satsuki carried her bridal style. She couldn't speak a word. Oh. Boy. For sure, she was confused about the change in Natsuki's personality. But she was mainly worried about the state of her appearance.
Satsuki eyed a bleeding cut across Chi's right knee, "Clumsy as ever. You should be more cautious of your surrounding even when you're in a panic."
"Just what are you planning?!" Questioned Syo, clutching Natsuki's glasses in hand.
Satsuki smirked, "Don't worry. I won't cross the line."
Oh. Dear. A chill ran down Chi's spine. Since when did Natsuki act like this?!
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Location: S.S.A; Nurse's office
Time: 5:10 PM
Natsuki's glasses were on the desk. Syo leaned against the wall of the nurse's office, carefully watching Satsuki apply medicinal ointment upon the cut across Chi's right knee, before applying a bandage over the cut. Syo crossed his arms, a sign that he was being clearly suspicious of Satsuki. It was unusual to see Satsuki being nice towards Chi. Maybe this was a sign that Chi was being loved by both Natsuki and Satsuki.
"T-thanks Natsuki," Chi comfortably leaned back in the chair, smoothing out her damp green skirt over both knees, "I'll be sure to return your academy jacket tomorrow."
"Satsuki…- the name is Satsuki," The bright yellow-eyed rock idol said, grabbing Chi's left wrist, "Be sure to address me by that name the next time we meet…- my dear kitten."
Syo's jaw nearly hit the floor. How. Scandalous. Satsuki gave Chi a kiss. Oh. So. Passionate. The kiss was enough to set Chi's mind into a state of confusion. Oh. Dear. Her face was completely scarlet red. One quick smirk and a seductive wink from Satsuki, he took his leave from reality. Sure enough, Natsuki was back. Oh. So. Awkward.
"Eh…- what happened?" Asked Natsuki, very confused as to why he was in the nurse's office.
In a complete daze, Chi stood up from the chair and slowly walked towards the door. Confusion and that damn 'doki-doki' sensation. Syo sweat dropped. Oh. Dear. He would have to explain to Chi and EKSTASIS about Natsuki's condition, later on in the evening. There was no use hiding it any longer. Oh. Yes. The cat was out of the bag.
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Location: S.S.A; Principal's office
Time: 7:30 PM
"You knew?!" Asami exclaimed, slamming her hands down on the principal's desk in anger, "I can't believe that you never told the guys and I about Natsuki's condition!"
Yuudai leaned back in the recliner, "Temper, temper. Don't reopen your injury. My dear Asami, the reason as to why I didn't tell you and the rest of EKSTASIS about Natsuki's condition, is because it's not that important."
"Not important?! Damn it Yuudai, it's pretty serious. Gemini syndrome should've been listed into Natsuki's profile, and yet I wasn't notified at all about his condition," Asami scoffed, crossing her arms, "Syo explained in full detail about the numerous casualties and the destruction that Satsuki had caused in the past."
Yuudai smirked, "As stated it was all in the past. Besides he had a good reason to wreck havoc."
"I can't believe this," Asami sighed, "You're actually going to do nothing about him?! Chi might get hurt in the future!"
Yuudai placed his hands upon Asami's hands, "Don't worry. Satsuki was only created to protect Natsuki. Even though he is a great composer, Satsuki will disappear someday. Trust me. He won't harm Chi, since Natsuki already loves her."
EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS ~ EKSTASIS
Location: S.S.A; Guidance counselor's office
Time: 8:00 PM
Hyuuga sat behind a large black desk, typing away on a laptop. There was so much paperwork. The desk was close to being over stacked with numerous folders. He sighed. Damn that Ringo for talking him into helping with the paperwork. He glanced at the time on the white clock, which was hanging off a nearby bookshelf. Almost over an hour, Ringo was late…- really late. Hyuuga sighed again. He would have to force Ringo to pay for tonight's coffee and supper. On cue, the door to the guidance office opened…- oh too bad, only Chi entered the office. She was surprised to find Hyuuga seated behind the desk.
"Oh sorry," Apologized Chi, "I'll come back…-"
Hyuuga closed the laptop, "No it's fine. Please take a seat on the sofa. Ringo should be back soon. I'm only here to help with the paperwork."
"A-ah…- yes. I can see by what you mean," Chi sweat dropped, sitting on a black leather sofa.
Hyuuga started stapling a few papers, "What brings you here in this time of night?"
"U-hh…- well to be honest," Chi fiddled with the hem of her blue dress, "I d-don't know."
"You don't know?" Asked Hyuuga, "Well that's a confusing way to start explaining about what your having problems with."
"Actually my problems are more physical," Chi averted her eyes to the table lamp in front of her, "Mentally…- I feel confused."
Hyuuga slightly raised an eyebrow, "Maybe you should see a doctor."
Oh. Boy. Stupid Hyuuga. What happened next was totally unexpected. Chi started to cry. Uh. Oh. Hyuuga sweat dropped. The tears streaming down the sides of Chi's cheeks were making him feel a bit…- uncomfortable, including the fact that Chi was a student of the academy. Ok. So he was an idol who always acted out the role of a tough hero on screen, but truthfully he was a complete sucker to crying females off screen.
"That's not the point!" Chi sobbed, "I…- advice o-on…- love," She wiped her tears on a tissue, that Hyuuga gave her, "It's related to…- Natsuki."
Hyuuga slightly smiled, "Stop crying. You're in love with Shinomiya, right?"
"Yes," Chi sniffled, not caring about her ruined mascara at the moment, "But I'm afraid that he'll just want to stay as friends. After all, his other personality acts the opposite."
"Well your not contracted under Shining Agency, so Saotome-san will probably allow the two of you to date. But you probably know that already, since Saotome-san hasn't placed a no dating rule between Asami and Masato," Hyuuga crossed his arms; "As your sempai…- my advice, don't be afraid to tell Natsuki about your feelings. You might regret it if you don't confess to him."
Blasted timing. Ringo entered the office with coffee and a plastic grocery bag in hand. Oh. Dear. She was startled by the appearance of Chi's face. The Aoi Vixen's makeup was totally ruined. Right away, Ringo started accusing Hyuuga. Oh. Boy. A huge misunderstanding.