Chapter 34: Club (2)

Hey guys, I'm back. I'm not planning to drop this fic and I would write a notice of I would ever do that. It's just that I have some matters to take care IRL so I hardly have some time to write for now.

Anyway, good reading everyone.

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"*Sigh* you know, when the class ended and during the breaks, Shizuku immediately went out of the classroom. She didn't talk with her friends and even our class leader Ichinose didn't know what to do. It seemed what I said yesterday really hurt her." The next day, after school, I was was taking a walk with Momoi.

"Well, you just have to talk with her and say what you think. Shizuku seemed to be stuck in the past. I don't know for what reason she stopped being an idol but that seemed to be haunting her even now."

"What? I though she stopped because she wanted to enter this school."

"Well, I don't really know her but from her previous reactions, I don't think it was that simple. While it could be true she wanted to enter this school, I think there's more to it."

"Really? Now that I think about it, she seemed to be really sad at the time she stopped her idol activities and she even left her agency. I was mostly focused on cheering her up so I didn't really think of that but now that you say it, it was really weird. I'm sure the agency would've tried to make an offer for her to continue to work with them after graduating."

"Well, for now, you should focus on what you can do. You're just highschool students so you'd have multiple opportunities to do what you want."

"Yeah, that's true. Thank you, Himekawa-kun."

"Now that I think about it, I remember you saying you have a plain face yesterday. Personally I think you're really cute."

"E-eh? W-w-what are you saying?"

"That's true you know. Maybe you think like that because you were surrounded by a lot of beautiful girls in the idol industry but in my eyes, you're really cute."

"W-w-wha, are trying to flirt with me? D-don't think that would make me happy, hmph!" Her face became beet red and she turned away.

"Wow, what a cute Tsundere reaction."

"I'm not a Tsundere! Baka!"

With a lighthearted atmosphere, we continued our walk until we reached a park relatively unfrequented. This school actually have multiple park here and there.

"Airi-chan… and Yuu-kun? What are you doing here?" In the park, the two of us met up with Shizuku and Shiho.

"Sorry, Shizuku. I asked Shiho to lead you here because Momoi wanted to take with you."

"Airi-chan?"

"Yeah. Shizuku, can you tell me why did you retire from the Idol activities?"

"Eh? Because I wanted to enter this school?"

"That's not the only reason right? If not, you wouldn't have left your agency. And you also retired last autumn while you could've waited until the start of the spring. So, can you tell me about it? There's no reason for you to quit! You have the talent, the aura and the beauty that would make people jealous!"

"… Why are you saying such a thing?"

"Eh?"

"You were the one who said to me that the most important thing is the heart. An idol is someone who work hard to give hope for her fans. That's why I've kept doing my best to become such an idol. But… But why does everyone keep talking about my looks and what I had from the beginning and blame me for that?"

"… Are you talking about the girls from cheerful*days?"

"… Yeah. At first, we were able to compete and work hard together, which was fun. But once I became a center idol, the contest to be the next song's center became just a formality. Even when I continued to work hard, only I got more job and everyone started to give me a cold shoulder. I did my best to get along with them but… I was at my limit. That's why I retired earlier."

"You know, Shizuku, there was times when I asked who is it always you when I also worked ward. Was it because of your beauty, your aura or your talent? That made me jealous of you, and I think it was the same for your ex co-members. But, I also know you never say back on your talent. When people had expectations, you always did your best to meet them. You tried to give hope to your fans as an idol. That's why you're the center. In my eyes, you were always a true idol, so you should be proud of what you have."

"Airi-chan, what you said made me happy, the happiest ever since I became an idol. You're really my idol."

"Shizuku…"

"Hey, Airi-chan, can I ask you a favor?"

"What is it?"

"I want you… to be an idol again"

"…Eh?"

"For me, you've always been an idol and you still are. You're the one who gave me supporting words when I was struggling and gave me the dream to be a true idol. That's why I'm sure you can give more hope to others. I want to see Airi-chan like that."

"… Seriously, Shizuku, that's sly."

"Eh, really?"

"But don't worry, I've already planned to being an idol again."

"Then…"

"That's why, Shizuku, let's do it together."

"Together… Alright, let's do our best, Airi-chan." Said Shizuku happily before hugging Momoi.

"Ahh, h-hey, there's no need to hug me, you idiot!"

"Eeh? But I always wanted to do it with you, you know. That's why I'm really happy."

"B-but, this is embarrassing." Said Momoi in a low voice.

"*Sigh* it seems onee-chan is as annoying as ever."

"I'm not annoying her, Shi-chan. This is how I show my love!"

"Anyway, we have to join your club right, Himekawa-kun." Said momoi after she managed to break out of Shizuku's hug.

"Yeah, the only way for you to be an idol in this school would be to participate in the Pokemusicals and for that, you'll have to join the club."

"Pokemusicals? Airi-chan, that's…"

"You remember our promise to participate in it right? I never though we'd do it together but isn't that better?"

"Yes, that's right."

"Also, don't forget you still need at least two more people to enter the Pokemusicals." I said to them.

"Two people, what do you think, Shizuku?"

"Hmm, what about Minori-chan and Haruka-chan?"

"I think Minori would be happy to join us but I'm not really sure about Haruka. She seemed to have a reason to stop being an idol. Well, there's nothing to lose for asking them."

"Then, I'll wait for you in the club room tomorrow, Shizuku, Momoi."

"Ah, Himekawa-kun, call me Airi from now, and I'm call you Y-Yuu." Said Momoi with a slightly flushed face. Seeing that, Shiho playfully hit my side with her elbow in a way the other two wouldn't see.

"Okay then, Airi."

…

Next day.

Along with my band members, I went to the old school building where the club room is. We were the first ones to arrive.

"So this is our club room? This seems really simple. I expected to at least see some instruments since this was used by the previous club members used this room." Said Saki. The room was like a normal classroom other than the tables and desks not arranged.

"Ah, that's because they're in another room. We'll go there later but let's wait for everyone to come first."

"Ah, so that was it. Also, I can't wait to meet the other club members."

Few minutes later, there was a knock on the door and the girls entered when I opened it. They were Shizuku, Airi and their friend, Hanasato Minori, who I met with the quintuplets when we were in the school's Pokeworld.

"Hello, everyone!" Greeted Shizuku and her friend also did the same.

"Oh, it's Shizuku-chan and her friend. Yahallo!" Exclaimed Saki. The others then greeted them.

"Oh, Saki-chan, and Shi-chan!" Exclaimed Shizuku before hugging Shiho.

"Onee-chan…"

"It seems your other friend didn't accept, did she?" I asked them. They didn't answer but their expression darkened hearing what I said and the atmosphere turned awkward.

"Why don't we do some self presentations first?" Said Honami trying to dispel the awkwardness.

"Let's wait for the others first." I responded.

"Eh? Did you invite other people too?"

Before I could answer, the door opened and a pink haired girl immediately entered.

"Wonderhoy, everyone!" It was Emu, my cousin. She was accompained by the other people. One of them was Saki's brother, Tenma Tsukasa. There was also a guy with purple hairs with two cyan streaks and yellow eyes. Behind him was a shy girl who tried to hide. She has a long grayish-green hair and purple eyes.

"Ah, onii-chan!" Exclaimed Saki as she saw her brother.

"Oh, Saki. So you're also here? He, hehehe! That's good! With this, you'll be in the front seat to see me ascending to stardom. Ha~hahaha!!"

"Argh, he's as loud as ever." Said Shiho. We just laughed lightly at that.

A moment after, five other people entered the room. They were led by a girl with light pink eyes and hair, tired in a side ponytail, she was my other cousin, Mizuki. Next to her was someone I already met, Shinonome Ena, who was Mizuki's friend. She had brown eyes and short brown hair.

Behind them were a petite girl with light blue eyes and a very long bluish-white hair reaching the back of her knees and a girl with dark purple eyes and curly dark purple hair kept up in a ponytail. And finally, there was a female teacher with a long straight pink hair and pink eyes.

"Hello, everyone… oh, Rui, Nene and Emu, you're here too!" Exclaimed Mizuki as she saw them.

"Oh! Mizuki-chan! It seems the three of us are all here!" Said Emu.

As they chatted, the teacher walked forward and said.

"Good morning, everyone. My name is Kirisu Mafuyu. I teach history in the third year and I will be the teacher in charge of this club. I'm looking forward to working with you all."

"Nice to meet you, Kirisu-sensei." I said and the others followed.

"Now that everyone is here and Kirisu-sensei already did it, let's start the self-presentations. My name is Himekawa Yuu, from the Himekawa clan and first year class D. I'll be the one serving as the club president. My unit is named Leo/need which is a band type unit and my main position is guitarist but I can also play other instruments. Nice to meet you."

"My name is Hoshino Ichika. I'm from the class D of the first year. I'm the main vocalist and guitarist of Leo/need. Please take care of me." Followed Hoshi-chan.

"Yahallo, everyone! My name is Tenma Saki. I'm from the class 1-D and I'll the keyboardist of Leo/need. I want to enjoy my youth with everyone here so please take care of me!"

"Good day, everyone. My name is Mochizuki Honami. I'm from the D class of the first year and drummer of Leo/need. Nice to meet you."

"I'm Hinomori Shiho, class 1-D and bassist of Leo/need. I'm Himekawa Yuu's wife. Before anyone asks, let me tell you that I'm his wife due to a tradition of the Himekawa clan so I could also be considered as a member of the clan. Also I'm not his only wife. Anyway, nice to meet you."

Those who didn't know anything were taken aback hearing that. Even Kirisu-sensei's eyes twitched and she seemed to want to say something but stayed silent. Emu, who though nothing about that was the next one to introduce herself.

"Wonderhoy, everyone. I'm Ootori Emu from class B of the first year and I'm also from the Himekawa clan. Also, I'm Yuu-sama and Mizuki-chan's cousin. My unit doesn't have a name yet but we're mainly a show specialized unit. Nice to meet you, everyone!"

After that, Saki's brother walked forward with an exaggerated posture. Seeing this, Shiho hit her own forehead with her palm while Saki skilled awkwardly.

"Tenma means PEGASUS soaring onto the sky! Tsukasa means to preside over the world! My name is Tenma Tsukasa!! The man born to be a star!! I'm from the class 1-B and I'm in the same unit as Emu. By the way, I have a good name for it. Why don't we call it TEAM PEGASUS IN THE SKY?"

"That suck." Answered the grayish-green haired girl before hiding behind the purple haired guy when people looked at her.

"Eh? I find it cool though!"

"Let's leave that to later." Said the purple haired guy before continuing. " My name is Kamishiro Rui. I'm from the same class and unit as Ootori-kun and Tenma-kun. It's also the same for this shy girl behind me. Her name is Kusanagi Nene. We're glad to meet everyone here." The girl in question just nodded shyly to everyone. Momoi was the next one to speak up after that.

"Hello everyone. I'm Momoi Airi from class 1-B. I'm also an ex idol from QT. I'm joining this club so that I can be an idol again and participate in the Pokemusicals. Our unit is an idol group type but we still need one more member to meet the minimum number required. Nice to meet you everyone."

"My name is Hinomori Shizuku. I'm from the class B of the first year. I am an ex idol from the cheerful*days group and a member of the Idol unit. I am also the sister of Shi-chan, ah, I mean Hinomori Shiho-chan. Please take care of me."

"My name is Hanasato Minori. I'm from the class 1-B. My dream is to become an idol and I would always work hard for it so I'll never give up even if I got rejected fifty times by idol agencies. I'm really glad to be able to join Shizuku-chan and Momoi-chan's unit so I'll work hard more and more to be able to meet their expectations. As inexperienced as I am, I'm looking forward to work with everyone and everyone some guidance on what I'm lacking."

"Fifty times? Wow, you have a really strong willpower if you're still working ward after that. I think that's really cool!" Said Saki.

"Ehehe…" she smiled with a somehow embarrassed look hearing that.

"Okay I'm next. My name is Akiyama Mizuki and I use the alias Amia. I'm from the class 1-A. I'm also from the Himekawa clan and Emu and Yuu are my cousins. I'm the animator of our unit named 25-Ji, Nightcord de. (25時,ナイチコードで./ Nightcord at 25:00) or simply N25. That name come from the fact we were posting our music videos at 25:00 or 01:00Am on the Nightcord platform. Our main activities are posting music videos so we don't know yet what kind of performance we would do for the Pokemusicals. Nice to meet you everyone!"

"My name is Shinonome Ena and I use the alias Enanan in our unit. I'm from the class 1-A. I'm the illustrator of N25. I love painting and taking selfies. I'm inexperienced in Pokemusicals so please take care of me."

"I am Yoisaki Kanade from class 1-A and I use the alias K. I'm the leader and composer of N25. My dream is to make a music that can save people and combine them to Pokemusical performances. Though I'm inexperienced in the later, I'm looking forward to work together with everyone." Said the petite girl with bluish white hair.

"My name is Asahina Mafuyu and I use the alias Yuki. I am from the class A of the first year and I am the lyricist of N25. Please take care of me." Said the girl with dark purple hair. She was well endowed, about E size or so, I think.

Even though she was smiling, I immediately knew she was showing a fake persona. The surprising part is that this girl seemed to be empty. I don't sense much emotion from her and it seemed as if she didn't have a personality. It makes her to seems like someone who don't have a soul and that seemed to somehow make Emu scared of her.

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Pics:

Wonderlands x Showtime

25-Ji, Nightcord de.

Don't forget the power stones.