TWs: Arguing and briefly taking things out on other people. Stay safe :)
The flashing lights. The roaring of the crowd as they screamed his name.
He loved every moment.
All eyes were on him, and him alone.
The sweat glistened on his forehead by the end of it, adrenaline pumping through his veins as he raised his right hand, making a peace sign, signaling the end of the show.
He rushed backstage, already hearing his precious fans yell for an encore. He grinned as he pulled on a denim jacket with a green logo and lettering on the back.
Reduce
Reuse
Recycle
He let out a breath, running a hand through his blue and green hair before turning around-
And meeting the eyes of his manager.
"Mr. Earth-"
"Please, call me Terra. The fans love it." Earth smirked, pulling finger guns, "Speaking of, I should be getting out there and singing the encore."
His manager frowned, "Right, and speaking of 'Terra', we really should have a talk about your... image."
Earth scoffed, crossing his arms, "My image? What does that mean?"
"Your songs don't reflect you whatsoever. I mean, staying true to yourself is a good message, however, you..."
"I...?"
"You aren't true."
"Excuse me?" Earth's eyes twitched.
"Don't get me wrong-"
"You are wrong! What do you know that I don't? You're just my manager, you're supposed to take notes and make my schedules, that's all." Earth yelled, making his way to the door, "You know nothing!"
"Don't forget the microphone, Mr. Terra!" A stage assistant walked up to him, handing him a headworn microphone.
"Thanks," Earth grumbled, adjusting the wire.
"Chin up, Terra! I'm sure everything will be a-okay!"
Earth raised an eyebrow, semi-glaring at the strange assistant, "And how do you know that?"
"I've been told I'm very optimistic, but I just look on the bright side of life!"
'That's... the same thing.' Earth thought. One glance at the stage hand's name tag had him even more puzzled, 'His tag is upside down...'
"Anyway, better get out there before the crowd starts throwing food."
"Right." Earth huffed before putting on his signature smile.
"Good luck!"
"Ha! I don't need luck." Earth winked before placing sunglasses on his face and entering the stage.
The hollering of the crowd immediately filled his ears, making him gain confidence as he strode to the front of the stage.
He tapped the mic, "Are you ready-"
The cheers got louder, reaching their limit within the building.
"For an encorrrrreeeeee!?"
"Man, that was a rush!" Earth laughed, grabbing a nearby towel on the rack to wipe his forehead. He leaned down to grab his water bottle.
"Mr. Earth."
The young adult perked up, his cold bottle being a cool compress in his hand, "What is it now?"
His manager said nothing as he handed him a piece of paper.
Earth raised an eyebrow, "What is this...?"
"My form of resignation." He spoke.
"What?" Earth's eyes widened as he turned to face him properly, "You can't just quit like that!"
"Luckily, I found another job the other day," A smile rose on his face, "So, looks like I can."
"Wha-? You-!" Earth watched dumbfounded as his manager turned and walked away, "You-! Ugh!"
"Is everything okay, Mr. Terra?" The stagehand from before walked up to him.
"Does it look like everything's okay, you idiot!?" Earth yelled before marching to his dressing room. He huffed, collapsing into his seat.
He heard the sounds of the hairdresser and make-up artist skittering about the room, collecting their things before exiting the tense atmosphere of the room.
Tears burned in his sky blue and pale yellow eyes, threatening to fall and stain his clothes with sparkly eyeliner.
He clenched his fists, feeling the way his nails felt when they dug into his skin.
He let out a shaky breath he was holding, looking at himself in the vanity mirror.
'I'll show him...' He thought, sniffling, 'I'll show them all how much of a Star I can be.'
Earth opened the door to his house, beelining it to the stairs.
"Hey, Earth, you got another call from-"
"Not right now, Luna," Earth spoke, sounding annoyed.
Luna frowned, watching as his brother ascended the stairs, uttering something under his breath.
Earth slammed his bedroom door close, rattling the shelves nearby. He sat down at his vanity, looking into the mirror.
His eyes watered, yet he wouldn't let the tears fall. He wouldn't let anyone know he was in a vulnerable position, so he took a few deep breaths, got out his phone, and tapped on a Y icon.
He forced a smile on his face as he swiped across the keyboard;
Heyyyy, my beloved fans! Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen events, my manager had to quit :(
Is there anyone in the downtown area of Apodis that would be available to be a replacement?
I'll be hanging out by my fave spot tomorrow, so drop by ;)
'And... post.' Earth threw his phone over his shoulder, hearing it faintly plop on the blankets of his bed. He let out a sigh as he got up and stretched, 'Ugh, time for bed, I guess.'
...
Luna heard the faint muffled footsteps of his brother getting ready for bed. He shifted his bedsheets over him, getting out his phone to go to his messaging app.
Lulu: you still up?
Merc: ofc
Merc: why wouldn't I be?
Lulu: idk
Merc: you know Sun's unusual habits of sleep terrorizing
Merc: I'm getting things set up just in case
Merc: wouldn't want the house to burn down
Merc: again
Luna smiled, silently laughing under his breath.
Lulu: understandable.
Merc: are you having a hard time sleeping?
Lulu: I haven't even tried tonight
Merc: you really should try, luna
Merc: I know it's hard considering you have insomnia, but looking at a bright screen is worse
Lulu: yeah...
Lulu: you're right
Merc: I know I am
Lulu: okay, Mars
Merc: hey! that's a compliment
Merc: he's better than Venus, anyway
Lulu: hahah yeah
Lulu: talk to you tomorrow?
Merc: ofc! ^^
Merc: gn, luna
Lulu: gn, mercury
Luna sighed, shuffling under his covers to place his phone on his bedside table.
'Tomorrow is another day, Luna.' He told himself, taking a breath as he closed his eyes, relaxing under the warmth of the blankets.
⫸ NOTE ⫷
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