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Tsubasa was the first to wake up the next morning. As usual, they had fallen asleep with Honoka comfortably wrapped in her arms. She enjoyed the added treat of seeing Honoka almost completely without interruption, as a side effect to their fun from last night. She was really tempted to feel more of Honoka right now, but she resisted the urge. Honoka looked very peaceful right now, and Tsubasa didn't want to wake her up unnecessarily. After a few minutes, Tsubasa's patience paid off. She heard the familiar sounds that let her know Honoka was waking up. As Honoka was starting to wake up fully, Tsubasa gave the sleepy girl a kiss.
"Good morning," Tsubasa said.
"Good morning," Honoka answered, rubbing her eyes.
"Did you have any wonderful dreams?"
Honoka shook her head. "I don't need any. With you, I'm already living it."
"Wow.. That was a bit corny." She gave Honoka another kiss. "But I like it all the same."
Honoka smiled. "So, is there anything you want to do today? Before you have to go back home and all?"
Tsubasa shook her head. "As long as it doesn't involve another scary movie, I'm fine with anything."
"Aww, but I was kind of hoping..." Tsubasa gave her a look. "Eheh, I'm kidding. Oh, I know! Let's go to a karaoke shop in Akihabara!"
"Karaoke huh? That sounds like a great idea."
"Right?" Honoka smiled brightly. "I get to hear you singing just for me."
"True. But it's a great idea because I get to hear your wonderful singing again."
"But, your singing is better."
"No, your singing is better."
Honoka was about to say something, but instead, they both started laughing.
"Are we really doing this right now?" Honoka asked.
"I guess. This is just silly."
Honoka wrapped her arms around Tsubasa tightly. "Well, either way, I still love hearing you sing."
"And I love hearing you sing, too," Tsubasa said, tightening her embrace of Honoka.
They shared another kiss which lasted for a long time. They shared a few more kisses, adding a little bit more to each one. After an extra half hour of an unplanned kissing spree, they finally got out of bed and started to get ready to go out.
It was the afternoon by the time they were ready, so they ate lunch before leaving the house. The ride over to Akihabara was nice and easy. Unlike the last time they visited together, they weren't under any pressure of being caught. So, the two of them took their time walking as they made their way to a certain karaoke shop that Tsubasa liked.
It wasn't surprising to Honoka that she didn't recognize this particular shop once they reached it. As they walked inside, and as they were led to a room, Honoka was looking all around. It was a very nice looking place. It looked practically new, which is because it was recently remodeled, according to Tsubasa.
Even the room they got was really nice. Though, a little more normal looking than Honoka was starting to expect. Still, she felt a little excited, and was also nervous. Ever since the start of Muse, she never felt as nervous about singing as she was feeling right now. Even though the crowds got bigger and bigger, singing with her friends had always helped keep her calm. Now though, she was singing by herself, and for the person she loves. Yet, she was more excited for the same reason, especially because of this morning. More than anything else, she wants to please Tsubasa.
"So, who should go first?" she asked.
"How about you start?"
"Sure."
Tsubasa sat down while Honoka picked up one of the mics and looked through the song list. She flipped through a few pages until she found a song she recently heard. She selected Ai wa Taiyou Ja Nai from the list and sang.
Shiawase o hohoemi o todokemashou…
Let's deliver happiness and smiles to everyone...
Chotto wakatta mitai kara dani nagareru hibiki
Fui no deai janai youna
Watashitachi konnani hikareru kiseki
I think I'm starting to understand the sound that flows through my body
Our meeting wasn't unexpected
It's a miracle that we're so attracted to each other
Daijina koto wa ashita o shinjiru ariakeegao
It's important to have a dazzling smile that believes in the future
Ai wa taiyou ookina taiyou
Himawarigao agete oikakeru
Ai wa taiyou terashi tsudzukete
Onaji basho de saite itai
Minna minna shiawase ninare!
Love is like a sun, a big sun
The sunflowers lift their heads to follow it
Love is like a sun, illuminating the world
I want to bloom with the sunflowers
I want everyone to be full of joy!
Itsu datte hohoemi de utaimashou…
Let's always be singing with a smile...
Sou ne hashaide miseta anata no yasashii hitomi
Namida koboreru ippomae de
Watashi e to unazuku sutekina aizu
That's right, your eyes were so gentle as you frolicked
Before the tears began to spill
You nodded beautifully at me
Ganbare kokoro ashita wa ikou yo atarashi sekai
Do your best, my heart; tomorrow we'll be going to a new world
Koi no kumo ga hikari o ukete
Fuwari to tsutsumu kara hajimaru no
Koi no kumo ga atatameru kaze
Kanjimashou soshite ima o
Minna minna dakishimeru junbi!
The clouds of love bask in the light
And are softly enveloped in it
The clouds of love bring with them a warm breeze
Let's feel it together
And prepare to embrace everyone now!
Ganbare kokoro daijina kotodesu
Watashi to anata to koko kara umareru mirai
Do your best, my heart; this is important
Now, a new future will be born for you and I
Ai wa taiyou ookina taiyou
Himawarigao agete oikakeru
Ai wa taiyou terashi tsudzukete
Onaji basho de saite itai
Minna minna shiawase ninare!
Love is like a sun, a big sun
The sunflowers lift their heads to follow it
Love is like a sun, illuminating the world
I want to bloom with the sunflowers
I want everyone to be full of joy!
Shiawase o hohoemi o todokemashou…
Let's deliver happiness and smiles to everyone...
As she finished the song, she saw a big smile on Tsubasa's face. Instead of applauding, Tsubasa got up from her seat to give Honoka a hug and kiss. No complaints from Honoka, as it was definitely a reward she prefers a lot more than anything else right now.
"Hearing that reminds me of how you first caught my attention," Tsubasa said. "That was absolutely amazing."
"T-thanks," Honoka said with quite a blush.
"That song fits you pretty well, too."
"Yeah. I heard it at school the other day. When I listened to it, I thought it was really nice. And it works for us a little, too."
"Heh, I guess it does."
"So, it's your turn."
Tsubasa nodded and they switched places. Tsubasa took the mic from Honoka, and went to pick a song. Honoka got to sit down and enjoy listening to Tsubasa's singing this time. And as bashful as Tsubasa was when she finished, Honoka got up and rewarded her all the same. They stayed for a couple of hours before they decided to leave.
"So, what do you want to do now?" Tsubasa asked as they walked outside.
"I'm getting a bit hungry..." Honoka said as her stomach made a low growl.
Tsubasa giggled. "How about we get something to eat then?"
"Okay.. but.."
"But?"
"Do you think we can have a little picnic?"
"Picnic?"
"Yeah... I've kind of wanted to have a picnic with you. But I only remembered right now."
"I-I see..."
Honoka lowered her head. "S-sorry. We can just go somewhere to eat."
"Well if you want.. we can get some food to go and bring it home with us. We could eat at a park or something."
"Really? You wouldn't mind?"
Tsubasa shook her head. "Of course not. As long as it's what you want."
"Thanks!" Honoka gave Tsubasa a tight hug. "Well, what kind of food should we get then?"
"Let's look around and see."
After looking around, and with limited funds after karaoke, they decided to settle for fast-food. Although they ended up picking one of the busier places. So, it ended up taking quite a bit of time before they were able to even order, and some more time before they got their food and were able to leave. Thankfully for them, they still had a lot of extra time. Once they got their food, they headed straight for the station and caught a train home.
"I'm sorry," Honoka said, resting her head on Tsubasa's shoulder.
"Sorry? For what?"
"I was being selfish earlier, wasn't I?"
Tsubasa wrapped her arms around Honoka. "It's okay. I don't mind."
"But.." Tsubasa gave Honoka a quick kiss to silence her.
"I'll do everything I can to make you happy, even when it's something like this. I really don't mind, okay?"
"O-okay.."
Honoka reached for Tsubasa for another kiss, but this time making it last. After they spent the rest of the ride silently enjoying each other's company. Once they got back home and got off the train, they headed straight for the park.
The position of the sun told them that evening was soon, which meant that it was getting closer to the time when Tsubasa should be getting home. But right now, it was providing a beautiful display, sun shining behind the trees. They picked a spot a little off of the pathway. They didn't go home to get a blanket or anything, so they just sat on the grass. That didn't bother them though, as they got to eat and spent the rest of the time together, waiting around to watch the sunset.
Hey guys, nobodD here!
I guess it wouldn't be a chapter story from me if it didn't include song lyrics in at least one chapter... lol. Song is Ai wa Taiyou Ja Nai from Honoka's solo album, of course voiced by Nitta Emi.
Just as a heads-up, I'm going to disappear for a few days. There are some things I need to take care of in my personal life, regarding some of my family. So I won't be able to write or update anything for a while. Sorry this chapter was a bit uneventful. I would have liked to write something better for you all before I leave, but I can't :x
I hope to see you all when I can finally update again.