I walked alongside Joelle as we made our way home when I accidentally let out a sigh which Joelle immediately jumped on.
"You sure you're okay? You didn't really talk much today..." Joelle asked, looking concerned, she turned her sad gaze to her feet. I took in a deep breath before speaking, "Yes, I'm fine. There's nothing to worry about. Honest." I said with my best smile but I knew It wouldn't fool her.
"Mhmm...well I'm here to talk if you need me. Oh, here's my turn off. I'll see you later, okay." She waved at me and started to run down the quiet sidewalk and I called out to her with a 'see you later' and then headed off in the other direction down the street, alone, back to my apartment.
"Argh. What a tiring day." I ruffled my hair with my hands and threw myself on my bed. "They were all over those guys. They are so superficial with their fake smiles. I can't believe even Joelle got caught up in it all. It was like I wasn't even their..." I signed sadly, and sprawled out on the bed, with my arms spread apart at my sides as I stared at the ceiling.
I just laid there for awhile, thinking, going over everything that happened, when his words came to mind 'I'm looking forward to seeing you more often. One day, you'll see how great I am, and will be all over me like the rest of your friends.' I let out a small laugh at the thought, "Yeah right. That guy is way in over his head. Why is he even interested in someone like me? With looks like his he could get any girl he wanted, so why would he want to see me more?" I was puzzled and it only hurt my brain thinking about it so I decided to just forget it and not worry about it.
Surely things wouldn't change with them there. Of course the girls would act a little crazier but for the most part things should remain the same. Or so I thought.
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"What?!" I had arrived at the villa for our club gathering when they had sprung something unbelievable on me, "Are you kidding me? You can't be serious... You really want to start an actual band instead of just playing music because we enjoy it?"
Kat smirked at my words and leaned in a little closer, "Yes, that's right. You better pick up your game or we'll have to replace you." She said with a look of disdain.
"Wait, you can't do that. You promised me you wouldn't." Joelle quickly spoke up in my defense but Kat had immediately told her to shut up and she sadly looked away.
Kat then focused her attention back on me, "Lucky for you, I have hired a music teacher to help us out. Though I don't know if it's even possible to help you." She smiled her usual smug grin and clapped her hands, at her command a slender figure emerged from the shadows.
'Wow, she's gorgeous and intelligent looking.' I was in awe of her beauty with her perfect curves and silky hair. She strode over to us with a book in hand, "Hello, my name is Lydia. It's a pleasure to meet you all." She bowed her head and we also introduced ourselves.
"Lydia will be helping us all to take our music to the next level. Now we just need a band name." Kat said and everyone began to come up with names.
"How about The Black Pearl?" Joelle said and Kat raised an eyebrow at her, "Huh, that sounds like something out of a movie. Nah, we need something better. Something amazing."
"Rainbow Jewel?" Mandy said and Kat shook her head.
I was trying my best to think of names but was also scared that they would make fun of me if I tried. 'I'll never know unless I try. Well, here I go. "What about Crystal Love?" I said and everyone turned their eyes on me. I quickly looked away, waiting for them to make fun of it, but they remained silent until Yumi spoke up, "I actually like that name." She looked towards the others, "What do you girls think?" They all looked to be surprised and I was also waiting in suspense.
Everyone looked in favor of the name, everyone but Kat. She seemed to be deep in thought about it. I was slightly shaking as I waited for her approval when Joelle whispered in my ear, "I think she likes it but just doesn't know how to accept it because it came from you." I was astonished to hear that from Joelle, 'Does she really like it?' I narrowed my eyes and focused on Kat's face, she seemed to be struggling with her thoughts.
Finally, she decided to speak, "We'll use the name 'Crystal Love' but only because we can't think of something better at this time." Kat said and I smiled. Then she quickly added, "Don't let it go to your head, I never said it was good. It's just acceptable for now." She huffed, turning her gaze to Lydia she strode up to her and they walked off together to talk.
Joelle put a hand on my shoulder and smiled, "Don't worry. She does like it but won't freely admit it." I was still in shock, I looked at Joelle and slowly nodded my head before looking in the direction Kat was standing while talking with Lydia.
'I can't believe they are going to use something I came up with...' I smiled to myself when Stephanie approached me, "I was surprised with your mental capacity you were actually the one to name the band. Sometimes you surprise me." She said and walked away. I didn't know if she was trying to compliment me or was just making fun of me. Either way, I didn't care. I was too happy they chose my idea for the band name, though the reason we are even starting a band is kind of stupid.
'I still can't believe it. Kat wants to try become a popular band just to show off to the guys in 'Tres Spades'. Why does she want their attention so much. ...No, not just her. All the girls seem to want their attention and I know they would do anything to get it.' I slumped my shoulders at the thought, "I better be careful. Who knows what they will do."
As I was lost in thought screams filled the air snapping me out of it. I looked up to see the girls surrounding the guys from 'Tres Spades.'
'What are they doing here?' I was a little confused by their sudden appearance but the girls didn't seem to mind as they drooled over them, even my friend, Joelle, was all over them. 'I always become invisible to everyone once they show up or are a topic of discussion...' I sighed, hanging my head, I began to walk to the window when I heard footsteps behind me.
'Huh...it better not be him again.' I turned around but was shocked to see it wasn't Eisuke but in fact Soryu and Ota who were coming towards me. I felt a little disappointed. 'Wait why do I feel like that. I don't even wanna see that arrogant smile again...'
"Hey, why are you walking off all by yourself?" Ota asked curiously. "Is something the matter? You look troubled." Soryu added and I slightly flinched in shock, 'Is it really showing on my face...? That's not good...' I quickly tried my best to smile otherwise they would keep hounding me with questions, "I just wanted to look outside. I'm perfectly fine." I assured them and turned away when I felt someone tug on my arm. "Huh?" I turned around and saw Ota had grabbed my hand, "Come with us. You can look outside some other time." He flashed me an angelic smile and pulled me along with him back to the rest of the group.
'Wait. No...I don't want to be near them.' I tried to shake loose but he only strengthened his grip, "What's wrong? Aren't they your friends, why don't you want to be near them?" He asked and I didn't know what to say so I kept quiet.
That's right, none of the guys knew I wasn't rich like the other the girls or them. They probably thought I was also of a high social status but that was far from the truth. I only wondered how they'd view me if they knew.
I didn't even want to be here but Joelle was the only friend I had and I didn't want to lose her. But I was worried that this idea of starting a band would cause a rift in our friendship and it would ultimately end with me being left all alone.
'I don't want that to happen.' I sighed when I felt a pain in my right cheek. "Wha?" Someone had grabbed hold of my cheek and was squeezing it. I looked up to see it was him, "Eisuke..." As soon as I acknowledged him he let go of my cheek, "Do you always talk to yourself? He asked with a sly grin. I was horrified. I didn't even realize I had being taking out loud, 'Oh no, what did he hear?! What did I say?!'
He must have seen the panic on my face as he continued to speak, "Haha, I was just kidding. I see you are a gullible one." He grinned as if he had just found a new plaything. 'Ugh. What a jerk.' I glared at him before folding my arms and turning away.
I could hear the girls around me murmuring to each other. They couldn't believe Eisuke was paying me attention; Kat was especially steamed. I didn't like all the looks they were giving me and quickly pointed out to Eisuke I had to go to the bathroom, though It wasn't true, I just needed to escape.
"I'll see you again soon." He said before walking back towards the others. I was surprised to hear him say those words, 'He wants to see me again... Why has he taken such an interest in me? Maybe one day I'll know.' With a small smile on my face I headed to the bathroom, slightly content with that thought.