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Due to a mixture of evil internet, writers block, and computer failure this chapter has been delayed for quite some time. Here it is though!
Disclaimer: Don't own Death Note.
Reach for the Stars
Chapter Six
Smaller crowds do not normally bother me, but when you start getting into the large ones is when I become nervous. Working in GameStop originally helped me get over a small part of this 'fear' I guess you would call it. However, the nervous feeling would slowly develop eating away at my normal demeanor. Smoking helped some along with playing my D.S., but that would only going so far. Sitting here doing the latter of the two activities was not helping as a feeling of being watched only grew worse and worse. Mello, on the other hand, seemed to have no problem glaring at each person who passed dawning the usual scowl across his face. That man never had a happy moment did he? Every time I see him there was always something that either was getting on his nerves or pissing him off.
Returning to the small device within my hands the need for a cigarette was growing even worse by the minute. Contemplating over if I wanted to head outside for a bit was interrupted by one of two seemingly always chirpy voices broke through my thoughts. "Good morning Mello-San", Misa said smiling as she added, "and to you Matt-san." This woman was definitely cut out for the whole acting thing with her perky attitude being a constant. "Morning", I mumbled as Mello simply nodded showing he at least was paying attention. I couldn't help, but notice her choice of revealing gothic clothing giving off the feeling that she loved attention and the lime light. It would not surprise me if she had a few rather interesting fans due to her appearance.
Our replies apparently did not please Misa as she gave us a scowl before saying,"You both are always so depressing sometimes you just need to smile." With that she pushed the corners of her mouth up smiling at the both of us mumbling something to the effect of 'see it's not that hard'. She reminded me of a snot nosed kid sometimes. Right around this time another certain angry Star, aka 'Light', was yelling for Misa across the room. Light reminded me a lot of Mello, just with a little more I'm-better-then-you added in. Mello was glancing back at me obviously with something on his mind. This look was common apparently as he normally would simply turn away leaving me with questions. This time I was surprised when he greeted me with a calm simple question.
"I am getting coffee. Do you want some?"
Squinting slightly I felt like asking who he was and what has he done with the real Mello. Deciding against it since it would ruin his nice change of mood I simply nodded my head yes. When he got up and headed towards the break room I couldn't help but wonder what the real question he wanted to ask was. He shares everything else he thinks about me willingly so what is different about this one. An uneasy feeling grew over me as I was trying to move all of my attention back to my gaming device.
In a few moments, just as Mello said he would, my coworker returned with two cups filled with steaming hot coffee. Taking it from the man with a simple nod trying to show my thanks. Watching Mellow a moment I noticed someone across the room watching him as well. A smaller man, almost like a child, with the oddest colored hair I have ever seen. The only thing I could notice aside from the calmness of the guy was the fact he was also observing me too. This kid was not normal by far.
I didn't notice how long this glance lasted until the face of an interested Mello interrupted it. "What is so interesting", he asked still possessing the calmness from before, but that changed when he turned to see the boy. Mello's expression soured immensely at the sight, even grunting a bit. "Know him", I asked finding my curiosity had grown. The answer I got should not have surprised anyone who knew my counterpart.
"None of your business."
I do not know why I would have gotten an actual answer to begin with. Another touchy subject to add to the ever growing list. Calm down Mail don't let him agitate you, it will only cause even more stress. Rubbing the bridge of my nose a small sigh escaped as if it would drag the agitation away with it.
Slowly opening my eyes I was greeted with Mello watching me silently from the opposing seat. For a moment it appeared as if he was actually feeling guilty. However, before a single word could escape from his mouth the director of the show clapped his hands together announcing loudly,"Alright every one let's get started. Will all involved cast please report to the center stage." Closing his mouth Mello stood stating, "I'll tell you later." With that I was left back with a few other cast members who were not in this scene.
Mello never got to tell me what was on his mind though. The rehearsal lasted longer than expected as I had to leave before it ended. Sometimes I wish I did not need another job.
The title of intern was not what I had expected to come from a well-dressed woman's mouth. It wasn't even spoken harshly or with an attitude. Instead she stated it like a fact while sipping on coffee inside of the break room.
"Are you enjoying your internship here?"
Staying silent a moment I didn't know if it would have been better stated harshly. At least then I would know they were just making fun of my minor roll, but this woman generally thought I was an intern. It made sense if you thought about it though since my part had yet to come up in the show leaving me to look over the script with Mello in our booth thing. Realizing I had been standing there for some time my reply was a bit rushed and stammered as I said ," I- I'm a character in the show."
A mild look of surprise crossed her face, but it didn't last long being replaced by a monotone one. Taking one last glance towards the woman with short black hair I turned my attention to getting some coffee. My thoughts were not into making said coffee finding observing the woman much more interesting. She was an actress in a couple other series, but she had yet to appear in our show. The name on her tag had not come up in the script as it had read 'Takada'. Her way of carrying herself reminded me of a professional.
The sever burning sensation that quickly spread over my hand snapped my mind away from this 'thought storm'. Mumbling a slur of unsavory words under my breath I quickly set the large thermos container back in its place before it ended up on the floor. "Are you ok", someone asked to my left as a wad of paper towels were placed on the steaming puddled. "Yeah", I said rubbing a slightly red hand glancing over at the speaker. I was greeted by a man who had a face most of the country would recognize as Matsuda from the show. "I did something like this on my first day as well", Matsuda said with a small joking tone, "Only I managed to get it all over my co-workers." The actor's aura read cluts, but it did help make him appear good friend material. Picking up two new cups Matsuda introduced himself using the same tone as before ,"I am Vincent Tong ,but everyone calls me Matsuda now." His real name sounded unfitting for the apparent awkward man as the show one seemed to fit him much better. "You can just call me Matt", I responded paying attention this time as I poured two new cups of coffee.
"I have seen you around the set a lot, but I was wondering what your job here is?"
"Right now I am waiting for my spot to come up, but I am actually a character in the show."
Matsuda seemed a bit surprised, but like Takada it was soon gone replaced with a small smile. "I cannot wait to see you on the screen right, but right now I should probably get back to set", he said checking a small wrist watch. He was gone before another word could escape my mouth. Glancing back down at the cups I realized I don't know how Mello likes his coffee.
A/N: Getting over writer's block should be on a resume. This chapter took a bit to write (Even though nothing really happens in it), but it helped me quite a bit. The next chapters the story will be really picking up plot wise. I know this little hiatus probably caused me to loose quite a bit of readers, and I do so apologize to those I have disappointed about this late release.
Mirei-Chan: I don't want to reveal anything about the future chapters, but I love your ideas (Mello stalking Matt would be interesting.). I hope to see more reviews from you and thank you for reading!