#did you guys know i like mika kagehira...

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The Sound Of The Stars English Translation

PROLOGUE

Second year since ES has been established, late April

Dreaming, or suffering through Mika

Mika: MnyaMnya, Oshi-san, I'm here for you, through fire and water…

Auh! huh, huh….?

Wah…it’s so cold. I kicked my futon off me, didn’t i? I probably woke up cuz it was too cold

What! Why am I outside!?

No, no, this is bad I can’t go to sleep outside! 

Maybe, I’m just dreamin’ anyways it’s cold I’m goin’ back to the dorm.

Arashi and Nazuna: Congratulations, Mika-chan!

Mika: Wauh! Naru-chan, Nazuna-nii, why are you guys here in a place like this together? 

I don’t remember celebratin’ anythin’ together…..

Arashi: What are you talking about Mika-chan? Trying to stay humble? 

No matter how much times I hear about it, I’m so excited to make my dreams come true…♪

Mika: Make yer’ dreams come true….. What are you talking about?

Nazuna: Hey,hey! Kagehira, are you sure you're not sleepy? 

Mika: Well, is it the first exercise for idols?

It’s time to tell me what the hell is goin’ on, Naru-chan and Nazuna-nii…?

Shu: Kagehira, how much longer will you talk nonsense? 

Mika: Oh! Oshi-san, it’s so good that you’re here with us~

Oshi-san do you know what everyone’s talkin’ about? I want you to tell me

Shu: Good grief, even in a situation like this you have no idea?

Even if it’s the opportunity to make your dream come true?

Mika: My dream?

Shu: How many more times will you make me say it? From now on, you're going to space and ‘take off’.

Mika: Hu..h..?

Shu: Look here, Kagehira. There’s a rocket made specially for you. 

This is the peak of human knowledge that mankind needs to benefit from within the sky, as if a bird’s cage is the Earth ready to be free. 

How much beauty do you think is beyond there? Well, Kagehira? 

Mika: Eh…?

Was this rocket made by Oshi-san?

Shu: What are you talking about? Get a grip. 

Mika: Ehehe, sorry Oshi-san. It’s pretty rare to hear you make jokes. 

Arashi: Mika-chan, we’re not joking.

Nazuna: There’s no way Shu would make a joke like this~

Mika: …..

Eh! Am I really goin’ to space?! 

Shu: You’ve been repeating that for a while now. 

Kagehira, are you prepared to head to space? 

Mika: No, no, No..! I’m not ready yet! 

Oshi-san, yer makin’ some kind of mistake, am I in the wrong universe?

What the!? I can’t move my body like this, get me off this rocket ship!

Shu: Now that you;ve boarded the ship it shall be named ‘ ‘. You can’t get off now. 

Well then, it’s almost time to leave. A journey across the infinite universe, enjoy the trip…♪

Now, begin the countdown! 

Arashi: 5, 4…

Mika: Wait, wait!!! I dont want to go to space!

Nazuna: 3, 2…

Mika: Please, Oshi-san..!

I don’t want to say goodbye like this! Im…I’m still..!!!

Shu: 1, Blast off! 

Mika: -----I don't want to be separated from Oshi-san! 

Ritsu: Woah….. Don’t shout so suddenly

I thought I was gonna sleep in more this time~

Mika: Huh, huh…

Oh, Ritsu-kun?

Ritsu: Mornin’ Mikarin. Have a bad dream? 

Mika: Bad dream…oh…it was a dream just now..

Ah~, I’m glad it was just a dream….

Ritsu: Must have been pretty scary, I was about to wake you up. 

“I dont want to be separated from Oshi-san!” What kind of dream did you even have?

Mika: Wow, I was told to go to space out of nowhere, tied to a rocketship, and then separated from Oshi-san….

None of it made sense, it was scary

Ritsu: Haha, I didn’t understand any of that. 

Heh, but I can’t argue that Oshi-san would probably say that

Mika: No, no! Oshi-san can’t say that!

And you need money to go to space right, Oshi-san wouldn’t prepare that much just for space. 

Ritsu: Haha, a matter of money.

What;s more important is, what's the time Mikarin?

Yesterday I told you that Bara-chin called to meet

Mika: Eh…ah~ I completely forgot!

Sorry, Ritsu-kun! I was sleeping all morning!

Ritsu: Yawn It’s okay Mikarin just hurry and get ready

…..even so, can going to space in a rocket just be a dream? 

I heard a similar story somewhere yesterday….

No, I did see an online article before going to bed…

Mika: Alright! Ready to go Ritsu-kun! 

Ritsu: Okay~  get going

It was something about space travel, I only remember it vaguely..

Yawn Mikarin should be able to get there safely, and I need to go to bed…..

a/n this felt like a fever dream

[taiyaki-translations]

Mika Kagehira 4* Feature Scout: An Irreplaceable Place of Belonging

Season: Winter Characters: Mika, Yuzuru Translator: taiyaki-translations

Mika: (I remember the meetin’ place is in front of the bulletin board. I’m pretty sure there’s supposed t’ be others here waitin’ for me so we can clean the school grounds together…)

Yuzuru: Kagehira-sama, are you here to do a part-time job, by any chance?

Mika: Ah, it’s Yukkun ‘n Anzu-chan. Are the two of ya the ones workin’ together with me today?

Yuzuru: Yes. I was just talking about it with Anzu-san.

We were discussing the possibility that the last person joining us would be you, Kagehira-sama. 

Mika: Ya got that right~♪ Since both of ya do this kinda work often, I’m sure we’ll get this done real quick. 

Though, even though yer close t’ graduatin’, you guys are still doing part-time work, aren’tcha?

I know I’m one t’ talk, but ya sure have interestin’ tastes fer doin’ these jobs even though they barely pay much L$.

Yuzuru: In my case, it’s not an issue of making money, as this is mostly a hobby for me.

Lately, the young master has been preoccupied with the student council, so I have a lot of free time on my hands. 

Therefore, until I graduate, I intend to enjoy my hobby of cleaning to the fullest ♪

Mika: I thought that was the case fer ya, Yukkun. You did say you like cleanin’~

Is it the same for you too, Anzu-chan? I kinda doubt you are doin’ this ‘cause you got much free time, though… 

Hehe. Since yer graduatin’ soon, yer doin’ all these part-time jobs as a way to thank the school fer all the support ya got? 

Nnah~ Anzu-chan is a kind girl after all~ It’s true that the school’s been lookin’ after us from the moment we enrolled. 

Yuzuru: Even though Anzu-san and I are both transfer students, we share a similar sentiment. 

That’s enough to show that the days I spent at this school are some of the most profound moments of my life. 

Mika: I see... But, it’s a bit sad I’m gonna be sayin’ good bye t’ it soon~ 

Nnah~ When I think about it, it’s kinda lonely. What to do... 

Cleanin’ the school, washin’ those dishes, soon I won’t be able t’ do jobs like that anymore, right? 

Then, I wonder how I’m gonna spend the free time I’m goin’ have in the future? 

Yuzuru: A better way to think about it is that when you have more free time, you also have more opportunity to do the things that you want to do. 

In the case of Kagehira-sama, you can focus on your artistic pursuits.

Mika: That’s true, but… Nnah~ Without part-time work, it will still be kinda lonely. 

Yuzuru: Fufu, for Kagehira-sama, working part-time here has already become a part of your daily life.

Mika: Yeah. Fer me, they make up a lot of the memories I have of this school. 

I got to become friends with Anzu-chan ‘cause we were washin’ dishes together fer a job once.

And even though I’m pretty shy, part-time work gave me the opportunity to become friends with people from different units. 

In a way, workin’ at these jobs became a place of belongin’ for me in this school… 

Anzu-chan, ya understand what I’m sayin’? 

Yeah. Anzu-chan is someone I worked together a lot with, right?

Nnah~... If we don’t clean this mess up, can our part-time job last forever? 

Yuzuru: Kagehira-sama, Anzu-san, it’s best to not entertain such flights of fancy. 

Besides, that would defeat the purpose of you expressing your gratitude to the school that has looked after you. 

Mika: Yer right! Then we gotta scrap this plan~... 

Yuzuru: More importantly you two, if we don’t start working soon, we will get scolded. 

Instead of wallowing in our sadness, let’s get started on the job.

Mika: Ah, ‘m sorry, Yukkun. I’m sure ya want to get started on cleanin’ quickly. 

Yuzuru: No, no, it’s not a problem. I also feel a sense of loneliness that we will no longer be able to do part-time work together in the future. 

But keep in mind that we haven’t graduated yet. 

As Anzu-san said, out of gratitude to the school for everything that they have done for us, I will continue to do part-time jobs until I graduate. 

If parting is inevitable, I at least want to leave without any regrets. 

Mika: As the sayin’ goes, “A bird does not foul the nest it’s about t’ leave.” (1) Graduatin’ is inevitable, so I gotta prepare myself.

Well then, Yukkun, Anzu-chan. Let’s work together on these part-time jobs ‘til we graduate~♪

Translation Note: 1. Mika is referring to the saying 「立つ鳥、跡を濁さず」, which in this context means putting everything in good order before you leave, as a courtesy.

[fictional-idol-tournament]

The two idols with the most votes will go on to join the bracket.

Propaganda below the cut:

Mika Kagehira

- HE'S MY POOR LITTLE MEOW MEOW HE'S LITERALLY ME I LOVE HIM SO MUCH he loves fixing plushies and eating candy he's a little bit insane and he's really pretty, in could talk about him for days but I don't wanna bore you so I'll just tell you he once almost buried a friend alive cause he didn't wake up from a nap and he killing someone would affect his boyfriend's reputation

- hes wet. hes pathetic. hes got heterochromia. hes got a really gay doll x puppetmaster thing going on with a guy who looks like a hairless cat. he rescues old plushies from dumpsters. he likes cheap candy because the expensive types make his stomach hurt. he can read old english. he draws eroguro. he thought he killed his roommate and nearly buried him alive. he went on a mad chainsaw rampage in a vr world. he later destroyed cryptocurrency with his unit leader in that same vr world. he got possessed by a haunted doll once. his solo song is a waltz and his singing voice is beautiful. need i say more

Arashi Narukami

- the world would be darker without arashi in it. she is the most beautiful and wonderful and lovely woman to have ever existed and she KNOWS she's pretty and we stan a self-confident queen who knows her worth

Mayoi Ayase

- HES SO SILLY. he hides in the walls and ceilings and is scared by everything like a bug

Aira Shiratori

- Idol stan who eventually became an idol in his own right! Truly he's living the dream and having fun with the rest of Alkaloid and his new idol friends at ES

- silly little guy

- huge fan of idols

- he wanted to become an idol so he did but he sucked so bad that his agency threatened to kick him out

-has a catchphrase

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Raison d’être - A Premature Burial 1

Author: Akira

Characters: Nazuna, Kuro, Mika

Translator: Mika Enstars

"I wish I was hearing those words in a different context, you know!?"

[Read on my blog for the best viewing experience with Oi~ssu ♪]

Season: Winter

Location: Starmony Dorms (Exterior)

The next day. Near the entrance of Starmony Dorms…

Nazuna: Absolutely not…

Kuro: If ya could nod your head with a “yes” instead… Much like a man bowed his head askin’ for help—Nahh, we’re too close for that, aren’t we?

Nazuna: Mhm. I’d love to help you with whatever you ask, Kuro-chin, but I don’t like what I don’t like.

Kuro: Oh come on. Dressin’ up in any outlandish outfit ain’t somethin’ new to you, right, Nito?

Nazuna: You’re right, but…

I’m an adult who is about to turn twenty years old. Sometimes I look at myself wearing cute shorts and I wonder to myself, “What am I doing?”

But I know that’s just the way things are, that’s the type of idols Ra*bits are, and I’m fine with that.

Kuro: Ooh, so then…♪

Nazuna: This is something different! Why’s it I gotta wear women’s clothing made by my friend, Kuro-chin?

Just, no! It makes me feel obscene!

Kuro: T-There’s nothin’ obscene about it! Ya make it sound so bad!

Why’s it you’re so reluctant? I’m just asking if ya can try on an outfit I made for my lil’ sister!

Nazuna: And I’m sayin’ you have some nerve to be asking a guy your age to do that!

If I’m not mistaken, your little sister’s still in primary school, right Kuro-chin? Sure, I sell cuteness, but I’m still a grown man, aren’t I~!?

Kuro: It’ll be alright! It’ll work out with ya, Nito!

My lil’ sister’s steadily growin’ up to be taller and taller just like me, it’ll still be a lil’ short on ya, but you’ll still be able to wear it!

I believe in ya, Nito!

Nazuna: I wish I was hearing those words in a different context, you know!?

Aaalright! We’re done here! I’m uncomfortable, I’m going back to my room!

I’ll let you off the hook this time because we’re friends, Kuro-chin, but go take a walk and cool your head too!

Kuro: C’mon, don’t say that, Nito~…

My lil’ sis recently has been startin’ to take more and more interest in fashion, but all the clothes and accessories she wants are ridiculously expensive.

We can’t afford it with our current economic situation, so I thought to sew it myself. It’d be cheaper that way.

But the thing with clothes is, ya can’t tell if it’s gonna look good or bad ‘til it’s actually put on. So..? Do ya understand, Nito?

I’m beggin’ ya… You’re my only hope, ya know.

I know I’m one to talk, but all the idols in ES have large builds. Your tininess is a valuable asset, Nito.

There’s nobody else in this wide world that can wear primary school girl’s clothes naturally but my friend Nito—Only you!

Nazuna: Buy a mannequin, then…?

Kuro: Whoah!? It’s been a long time since I’ve seen your eyes as cold as glass marbles!

Nazuna: I don’t want my eyes to return to the days where I was a doll in Valkyrie because of a situation as stupid as this…

Mika: …!

Kuro: Ohh? Hey, hey, watch where ya goin’, are ya hurt?

Mika: …

Kuro: Hey… Ya run into me and don’t even say hi? Did somethin’ happen, Kagehira?

Mika: Nnah!? Ahh, my bad, “Ryuu~-kun”-san! My head’s been so blank…!

Kuro: What’s wrong with ya… Somethin’ wrong? If you’re willin’, I can at least hear ya out?

Mika: Nnah? Nah nah, it’s somethin’ unrelated to ya, “Ryuu~-kun”-san—

Ohh, but you are “Ryuu~-kun”-san, aren’tcha?

Kuro: Wha? I’ll be blunt, you’re the only one callin’ me by nickname from when I was a kiddo. It’s been a long time since Itsuki called me that, even.

Mika: That’s right! “Ryuu~-kun”-san is Oshi-san’s childhood friend, right? That’s why yer “Ryuu~-kun”-san, right?

Kuro: What’s this gotta do with anythin’… Is there somethin’ goin’ on with Itsuki?

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Seven Bridges - Hate Control: Chapter 12

Location: Tanabata Fest Stage Characters: Mika & Hitsugi

ㅤ< Fast forward in time. “Tanabata Fest” D-Day – Yumenosaki Grounds (“Tanabata Fest” Venue 1). >

NEGI: “It’s a ghost~...♪”

“Anzu~ Good woof woof evening.”

“Oh wait, the puppy isn’t here. You guys aren’t always together?”

“Hm? You’re not replying but you’re alive, right? Anzu?”

“Don’t you ever die. My brother – Hitsugi – would be in trouble.”

“...Hey, wake up. Open your eyes.”

Mika: Oh, who’re you? I’ve got some time on my hands so you can talk to me if you need somethin’~♪

Sorry. Anzu-chan’s been workin’ to a hellish schedule so she’s completely exhausted.

Everyone else did their best to convince her to take a nap.

It’s good to have a sense of responsibility, but it reminds me of the old Oshi-san and that worries me.

NEGI: “............”

Mika: Oh wait, Hitsugi-kun?

Ngh~ Why’re you wearin’ a girl’s uniform? You’re a girl?

No wonder I thought you were easy to talk to. I’m used to being ‘round girls so I feel more comfortable bein’ with ‘em…♪

NEGI: “You know my brother?”

Mika: Hm?

NEGI: “Wait. I’ll look you up. Hmm~... Mika Kagehira, huh.”

“Thanks, looks like you’ve been taking good care of my brother.”

Mika: Umm? Err?

NEGI: “Sorry. I can get information by looking it up afterwards, but I’m usually asleep when my brother’s awake.”

“I’ve got to look up who he’s met and talked to otherwise I won’t have a clue.”

Mika: Hmm~... Are you like Oshi-san?

NEGI: “I don’t know who this ‘Oshi-san’ is.”

Mika: Huh? You don’t? Yer missin’ out on about 99% of your life! Wait here, I’ll give you a thorough presentation on Oshi-san right now!

NEGI: “Can it wait? Anyway, Anzu told me to come here.”

“And she’s asleep. What should I do?”

Mika: I don’t know either.

Oshi-san is goin’ outta his way to come back home for “Tanabata Fest” and I’ve got time on my hands until he arrives, so I’ve just been watchin’ over a sleepin’ Anzu-chan to make sure no one pulls any tricks on her.

NEGI: “She’s quite the defenceless one.”

“But I’m sure you’ve all done your best to protect her all this time.”

“She’s too unguarded thanks to that. It’s the downside of being overprotective.”

“And she’s even getting involved with someone like me who would only bring her misfortune.”

Mika: I see, uhh, you’re–

NEGI: “Call me NEGI. It’s the most pleasant name I’ve got right now.”

Mika: Okay. Err, NEGI-san… you’re someone Anzu-chan knows?

NEGI: “Yeah. I accepted Anzu’s request  to perform at this ‘Tanabata Fest’, so I came running over.”

“...Honestly, it’s my first time singing on such a big stage, I’m kinda nervous.”

Mika: Oh~ I know the feeling~ I feel at ease when Oshi-san’s with me, but I still get stiff from all the nerves whenever I have to do work on my own.

NEGI: “The Yumenosaki and ES people are pretty amazing if you think of it that way.”

“They’ve got a lot of stage experience and are used to the environment. You guys are definitely better than us in that regard.”

Mika: Whaddya mean by you guys and us? If you’re takin’ part in “Tanabata Fest”, doesn’t that mean you’re also an idol like me, NEGI-san?

NEGI: “Yup. I’m also an idol, a human who also has the same protein as you.”

“And yet, the public just decides to put a price on us and classifies us as something else – They say all sorts of things like who’s better or worse.”

“The whole thing is just so annoying.”

“It would be nice if this ridiculous world could break in half and clear itself of everything.”

Mika: I see~ So you’re that sorta person, huh. You’re a rock person.

NEGI: “It’s nothing special. I’m just your average street musician.”

“Just a brat who places all the dissatisfaction of the world into a song and spits it around.”

Mika: Ngh~ I know there was a lotta those before, but I think they’re acknowledged a lot more now thanks to the streaming culture on the internet.

Some of them are even more popular and well-known than some of us idols, so that surprises me.

NEGI: “I think it’s quite a nice era, really.”

“The country or the industry won’t have to steal our dreams, passion or love.”

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Antique Legends: Epilogue 2

Seiya: It would be terribly troubling if you were to cry endlessly over spilt milk after the fact, Anzu-san! Once you have decided, there’ll be no turning back, so do allow me to check with you one last time, just to be sure.

Season: Autumn  Author: Akira Characters: Seiya, Mika, Kohaku

Seiya: —Well, anyway, this is just how it all turned out. Ibara-kun was the mastermind behind the whole incident all along, and Double Face has only been playing their part unknowingly in his self-directed monkey show.

You may not believe me when I say this, but there are no ugly truths which would bring about the destruction of any idols in this incident here—

No one will be eliminated like how GFK had been… … Well, not today, at least. 

And as for Valkyrie, they just happened to be haplessly bowled over and swept along by the chain of events this time. 

But still, it’s thanks to this the financial burdens Kagehira has been struggling under have been taken care of, and they seem to have come out of it as a more cohesive unit, so this should be considered a good thing for them, right?

They simply aren't fit to be idols if they’re sobbing and moaning like victims over something as trivial as this, to be honest—

Mika: Naaa~? Did I hear someone sayin’ my name? 

Seiya: Oh, my? Ahaha, you are the rumoured shadow indeed ♪

Mika: Hmm? Ah~! You are—Oh! Hidaka Seiya-san! Er, thank ya kindly for all yer hard work today~?

And—eh? Why is Anzu-chan walkin’ together with Hidaka-san?

Oh, I get it now. The both of ya do belong to the P-Association, after all. Did the two of ya just get back after completin’ some work together or somethin’? It’s been a long and tirin’ night for ya, you must’ve worked really hard.

Seiya: That’s right. The same goes for you, too. What are you doing here, so late at night?

Mika: Oh, I’m here to—U~rm? How should I put it? I can’t very well say that I’m on my way to settle a debt… …

Seiya: And yet you’ve managed to say it out anyway! However, we already know about your circumstances, so there’s absolutely no need to hide it from us, you know? 

Mika: Is that so? Oh nooo, ahaha… … It’s real embarrassin’ that you guys have found out about it, but yep, I’ve been bothered by money problems for quite a while now. 

However, this situation is finally gonna be taken care of!

There’s someone who’s been goin’ around, helpin’ us to buy up an’ consolidate all the bits of debt into a lump sum. I’m headin’ over to meet with that person right now, to pay off the amount owed in full. 

However, I'm not really sure why… That person specified the meetin’ place to be the Underground Live Stage of the ES building fer some reason. ・・・・・・That’s why I'm hurryin’ there as fast as I can right now—

Eh? Anzu-chan? Why’re we meetin’ at the Underground Stage of ES Building—yer askin’?

Even if ya ask me, I haven’t got the faintest clue why either~! It might be that person’s involved in the idol industry somehow, too?

Seiya: That’s right. That does seem to be the case. The party pulling all the strings in all the cases of fraud for which your orphanage has taken on the blame and debt for, seems to be a business rival who sees Valkyrie—

—or rather I should say COSPRO, as an eyesore. 

It is my belief that another idol agency, one unaffiliated to ES, has been behind all of this—

—which is why they have managed to set up such a convincing deception of being able to offer idol training classes promising to fulfil the dreams of all the hopeful children.

Well, these are just my private speculations, of course!

Mika: Is that so? Well… … after all’s been said and done, I’m right as rain now. That’s why ya don’t have to worry ‘bout us no more, Anzu-chan. Cos’ even though our status is always wobbly, an’ we’re always havin’ our hands full with all sorta troubles,—

—we won’t ever do anythin’ that’ll betray the expectations of our fans, or disappoint the faith that all the Producers and Anzu-chan have in us, okay? I swear on it~.

Seiya: Fufufu~. Indeed. For that is the kind of person you are, Kagehira-kun. 

Mika: NAAA~? Wha-what’s goin’ on? Why’s this fella bringin’ his face so close to mine… …?

Seiya: Fufu! It appears that I’ve managed to unearth a truly unexpected treasure on the stage of this Antique Market after all! That is—I’ve made the discovery of your extremely talented self, Kagehira-kun. 

Mika: Eh? AH? 

Seiya: You won’t let anything stand in the way of the ‘activation of your functionalities’. In fact, you wouldn’t hesitate to fulfil all the ‘functions’  requested of you even if it meant sacrificing your own life, isn’t that correct? 

Hocchan has inherited my wife’s temperament along with my abilities, so it would probably be impossible for him to do something like that. 

I’d once held out high hopes for Jun-kun too, since he’d already been thoroughly ‘educated’ by his parents, but that child doesn’t seem capable of forsaking his humanity at all, come what may—

—and that is why, it has to be you, Kagehira-kun. Of all the idols who are in ES, you are the only one who’s broken in the same way I am—

—the only one with the potential to become my—this ‘Super Idol Hidaka Seiya’s’—successor. 

Mika: Uhn? Nnnngh~... …? Wh-what? What’s happenin’? What’s this guy goin’ on about? I don’t get what he’s sayin’ at all but he’s still freakin’ me out somehow!? 

Seiya: Ahaha! Well~, you needn’t put too much thought into what I’ve said—not for now, anyway. This might just be my misunderstanding of the situation.

I haven’t any confidence in my ability to evaluate people—I’m an idol, not a Producer after all!

Besides, if we were to stand around talking any longer, everything might come to an end before we know it. Shall we hurry and make our way to the Underground Live Stage now?  

Mika: Naaa~? Are you and Hidaka-san headed fer the same place I am, Anzu-chan? 

Seiya: Yes, we are. However, for prudence’s sake, let’s make a final check before we leave, just to be sure, shall we?

If you continue going forth with us from this point onwards, Anzu-san, you might be forced to bear witness to unspeakably unpleasant things with your very own eyes. 

If you would wish to live a normal, happy life, there is absolutely no need for you to subject yourself to a reality uglier than any nightmare—which is, the truth hidden in the deepest part of the darkness. 

If none of that matters to you, and you don’t mind witnessing reality as it is—even if it means getting hurt!—then you are welcome to join us. 

It would be terribly troubling if you were to cry endlessly over spilt milk after the fact, Anzu-san! Once you have decided, there’ll be no turning back, so do allow me to check with you one last time, just to be sure.

<A few minutes later, at the Underground Live Stage of ES Building.>

Kohaku: ——Eh? Oh, it’s you, Mika-han. 

Mika: Wah~ Kohaku-kun. Ehehe~, yer finally callin’ me by my given name ♪

Kohaku: It’s true, now that you’ve mentioned it. I wasn’t even aware I was doin’ it. 

Ya might be older than me, but doin’ that should be fine and dandy, right? We’ve performed together on stage before so we’re practically friends now. 

Mika: Wahh~, we’re friends? Hearin’ that makes me so happy~! I’ve always wanted a friend in the same agency I could chat with fer the longest time, y’know~ ♪

Kohaku: Seriously? You’ve been chattin’ with Jun-han and the others happily all this time too, haven’t ya? 

Mika: Yep. But then Jun-kun is part of Eden, one of the ES Big Three, y’know? So I feel kinda intimidated when talkin’ with him in public—

It feels like the people watchin’ us are thinkin’, “Who does that fella think he is? He’s so arrogant to be chattin’ with the amazin’ Jun-sama like that,” and so on… ... 

Kohaku: Hoho~. So what yer sayin’ is—since Crazy:B’s ranked so much lower than ya, yer able to speak to me without needin’ to stress at all—is that it? 

Mika: Wehhh~! No, NO! That ain’t my meanin’ at all! Quit sayin’ such nasty things on purpose, won’t ya?!

Kohaku: Hmph. If yer ain’t lookin’ to be stung till yer numb and twitchin’ all over, you better stop treatin’ me like I’m some newly-hatched baby chick, got that?

Friendships are supposed to be made up of equals, aren’t they? So there ain’t any reason fer you to be so chummy and grossly nice to me all the time! 

Mika: Eh~? I get it, but this is just how I am with 2Wink too, y’know? I just get the urge to spoil the younger ones with kindness sometimes… ... 

Back in the orphanage, I was always doin’ that as “Mika-nii” too.

Fer some reason~, rememberin’ those days are always so comfortin’ fer me—

Naaa~? 

Kohaku: —Whoops. It would’ve been nice if we could’ve continued chattin’ merrily here, but God’s bein’ real nasty today too. That looks like my cue to step up to bat. 

Mika: Eh? What do ya mean by ‘yer cue’? Are you performin’ on stage today too? The Antique Market was only just over. Ain’t that really tough on ya? 

Kohaku: Well, we’re built different from ya; you could say we specialise in bein’ hardworkin’ and light on our feet. 

However, that bein’ said, our performance has already ended. We’re just takin’ care of the housekeepin’ and tyin’ up loose ends now. 

Mika: Naaa~? Ya mean, like ‘Cheki’? (1)

Kohaku: Uhh, what do ya mean by ‘cheki’? Is that supposed to be some kinda idol term? I really need to keep myself up to snuff with my learnin’. 

If I keep carryin’ out these blood-stained jobs, I’m gonna forget I’m an idol, sooner or later. 

Mika: Huh? ... … ‘Blood-stained’? 

(To be continued)

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Epilogue 1 | Epilogue 3

Translator’s Notes:

チェキ or ‘Cheki’ is a JP word referring to a fanservice activity where idols take Polaroid/instax photos with their fans after a concert. It’s a shortened form of the English phrase, “Check it”. 

This isn’t proofed, so if you spot any mistakes, pls PM me. 

[bigtopveggie]

YOU BETTER DO THE 18 AS WELL. 🔫

1. who do you currently produce?

Takamine Midori! Otogari Adonis! And Morisawa Chiaki! Can't have too many bois to produce or else the gacha hell will be endless but I'm lucky I'm very picky in a way~!

2. who did you first produce?

Midori of course! The first pick as the four stars and then my first banner boi as I happened to have started during the Hello Kitty event and Dollhouse banner!!

3. do you have a producersona?

I wish we could have one... I'm way more of a fan of gacha games where the player character is a supporting character in the background AND can be of any gender... I think I am too much of a canon stickler to have a producersona at the moment? ...... wait does Gatekeeper count he's not a producer but he owns the entire t—

4. what got you into enstars?

✨✨F E L I C I TY ✨✨my bestie!!! I LOVE YOU MWAH MWAH!!! Follow them for the best brat content!!!

5. what’s your favorite headcanon about the character you produce?

That Midori at graduation becomes the tallest idol in ES.

6. how long have you been in the enstars fandom?

A bit more than one year now thank you for having me!!! I'm happy to see it is not dead on social media and the in-game community is so earnest and lovely!!

7. what is your favorite unit?

RYUSEITAI! Immediately was drawn to them. I love the concept of Super Sentai, I found that having an idol unit of them was hilarious and their stories kept delivering! I love how amidst the other units they really are 5 very different people, I love how they keep bursting with personality and how healthy they are together! They make me all warm inside!

8. what is your favorite song?

Forbidden Rain definitely topped it all. I love swinger and having a jazzy song really made me go AAAAA because damn Enstars really does not like getting out of pop does it now. I was so happy too and Koga and Adonis' vocal performance really KILLED IT I knew about Ono Yuki's talent but daaamn I'm really happy to discover Hatano Wataru his range is insaaane IT IS SO HARD to reach this high a note and have a deep voice!!! Adonis the best singer frfr!!!

9. which unit do you think is the most underrated?

RYUSEITAI ofc! I get it vibes go first and sex sells but if you open your mind you'll find all that degenerate stuff and more..!

10. which character do you think is the most underrated?

ADONIS! Adonis is so slept on because he is not as. Ahem. Sexily aggressive as other characters. He does not bring the sexy fantasy angst which they did "somewhat" address it in Forbidden Rain, but then again the game criminally does not put his appeal at the forefront..!

11. do you have a least favorite character?

Boi. That entirely depends on the perspective of least favorite. I'm very much more of a meta media consumer personally rather than an immersed one! Meta wise in my general enjoyment... I think it's hard to pinpoint one least favorite? For the most part, I dislike the characters who make the reading not interesting or even grinding. Like they will drag the already dragging gacha game writing by... just being not interesting. Enstars send its characters on wild goose chases, they are just silly little guys, and if they are not silly well I'm falling asleep. So let's put Kohaku Oukawa, Yuuki Makoto and Isara Mao there at the top. You three are just white guys whose biggest personality trait is liking white bread. And then Sakuma Rei, Sakuma Ritsu, Himemiya Tori and Kagehira Mika because I Know What They Are Designed For And That Makes Me Uncomfortable, technically a whole other bunch do that but they are the worst at it. From an in-universe perspective, definitely Tenshouin Eichi, which I nod to all his fans who handshake me on his atrocities. He is the perfect encapsulation of extremely privileged martyr syndrome and the most cruel acts possible... on an animu high school scale, but an Emperor is still an Emperor. The same goes for those who applied it, I'm thinking Aoba Tsumugi and Hasumi Keito. Again, it depends entirely on how you want to consume Enstars. I like analyzing its world and charismatic characters. From my standpoint, it takes a lot of, to be polite, balls to see teenagers throw themselves off the school rooftop, see the first corpse be dragged off by the medics, and be like "Yes. The purge is working. Let's continue." until there are so many young deaths that there is an epitaph of them. Amongst many other policies. There is a certain level when in the benefit of the doubt or suspension of disbelief something just reach the threshold of ok this is not just the animu tragedy aesthetic (like idk Leo or Madara who have not done anything to entire communities their angst is self contained to their personal story) this is heavy shit. If someone sees this happen once and don't blink I just. Meta wise though? I'm a fan, great antagonists. The realism is what I believe make for this cast a really compelling drama. For Eichi I wish they leaned more into the side of him that is just absolutely discriminatory and cruel to people but then again the writing does not like to lean too hard on one side or the other for gacha projection sake sigh... if it wasn't the case I'd probably be writing him... Eichi is, at the moment, too crafted of a martyr for him to get to the "you meanie you annoy me" to "you are despicable I love you" threshold. Would love to RP someone who brings out this character's full potential! I had way too much to say on this segment, but that is how I enjoy media to just. Surgically break it down with all its flaws and love it for that.

12. what was your favorite event?

RYUSEITAI Climax, definitely. Unlike a. LOT of Enstars it had actually interesting and tangible character growth that kept echoing through the characters afterwards, very poignant moments and also every duo had their moments. The cast of the unit being this colorful and endearing made it a very enjoyable read where those clashing personalities actually challenge one another to become better people.

13. which server are you on?

Global English! I'm here for the characterization I don't think I could play a game I cannot read.

14. what card are you currently saving for?

For Yuruseitai and Adonis FS2 in two years... I wanna max those... so better start now... wish me luck.

15. what is your favorite ship?

16. what is your favorite underrated ship?

Can't say Midochia again because it is the most popular ship in the East so...

17. what non-problematic ships do you dislike?

What do you mean they are literally all problematic. Well... No. They are all problematic. I cannot think of a single ship in this game who is not problematic. Every single one of those characters are toxic little shits amped up to 11, that is why they are so fun to see frolicking around. Add intimate relationships and it explodes. Plus, they are also like. All colleagues. Being together is a big 🚩 that complicates so much of their life for no reason so even entertaining that thought in the idol world is oof. But ok let's imagine the question is about ships period. We're really talking here about me playing this game... in roleplay anything goes. Any ship with Kaoru that is not with a girl. There is way too much sausagefest in this leave one for the girlies. I do not care what y'all say anything Kaoru says is... like, anything all those characters say are so coworkery and talking about their idol sex appeal is also like saying to your coworker chef that they cooked the steak nice today. Ok. He's had the heaviest subtext about legitimately falling in love with the main character that I am like. Guys. Guys. Leave him there jfc why you hate girls that much. I also find most ships just wildly professionally inappropriate. I get the shipping as a fandom phenomenon, it's very fun. I mean in-universe. It's like. Putting your entire livelihood at stake for a coworker you find hot I'm kinda eeEeeehhH. Ships I like are usually ones where the intimate connection has been done outside of the industry (the easiest path being in the same school) and then those characters happen to end up in ES. Especially the Leader x Unitmate ones. Antis losing braincells on two years difference between teenagers and here I am losing braincells over work power dynamics I'm thinking way too hard on this—

18. what is your favorite shuffle unit?

AtoZ because I find Chiaki hot, Getto Spectacle for best song and Flambé for best aesthetic.

19. what are your favorite 5* and 4* cards?

I put that sundae card twice I know just assume I REALLY like it... Limited myself to Music!! because jfc...

Again the bunny twice... assume I am really into bunny bois...

20. what are your favorite 3* cards?

21. do you have a favorite story?

idkwhatthedifferenceisbetweeneventandstory? If we're talking about I wanna say the broader story narrative, Meteor Impact and Crossroads is definitely out there! If we're talking Main Story, Music!! first main story introducing ALKALOID and Crazy:B is nice and effective, I enjoyed the twists. SS gets points just because it introduced my best boi Gatekeeper.

22. do you have any enstars ocs?

Gatekeeper got OC-fied don't look at me.

23. do you interact with the enstars community often?

Outside the RPC no, I am on the reddit discord if I got questions (people touch grass and are nice for an occasional pop in) and I interact with the Midochia community on Twitter - everyone is really nice and supportive and we share a single braincell! I do send messages through the ingame chat, again people are mostly teenagers who are living their best life and just enjoying themselves and that is really the healthy type of players I like to be around so I'm sticking to it~!

[knightofconcordia]

Hello! I'm here to request. Can you do a Valkyrie(not separated) with reader where they are all preparing for a Live like they do be helping each other getting ready and what happens after the Live? I know it's kinda long so it's understandable why you won't take it but if you do, thank you.(btw sfw pls)

Ooo interesting concept, i'd love to do this req!

I may not be good at coming up with stuff for Valkyrie and I may not know what the hell goes on after lives but I can try!

apologies if it's too ooc!

You tugged on the edges of Mika's costume for the fifth time in the last 20 minutes. "Nnah... Producer-san, I think it's fine already," the boy said, watching you fix every little detail of the outfit. "...right, sorry Mika, I just wanted to make sure you're ready for the Live," you say, smoothing the fabric and standing up. "And you know how Shu's super particular about wrinkles and stuff, right?" Mika giggled lightly at your response.

"What's all the giggling here?" Shu asked as both he and Nazuna came over to the two of you as he'd just finished fixing the latter's outfit as well. "Nothing, nothing," you said with a wave of your hand, still smiling. Shu raised an eyebrow disbelievingly but said nothing.

"Uwaaa Nazuna-nii and Oshi-san look so elegant..." Mika said, looking at the other two in admiration. "Dunno if I can perform the new song all that well-" You were about to say something and looked over at Shu, unsure if you should be the one to say something. However he just crossed his arms expectantly, as if waiting for something. Or someone.

"Mika-chin!" Nazuna's voice broke through Mika's self-deprecating stupor. The smaller male strode forward to stand right in front of him, putting his hands on his hips. "Don't talk about yourself like that, 'kay? We practiced this song a bunch of times and you did great those times! So don't start doubting yourself as soon as we step onstage."

You looked over at Shu again. Did he know this was going to happen? He caught you while your eyes were on him and scoffed quietly. "Kagehira is more than competent enough for these Lives. He has much more potential to bloom than he realizes. If he can't find it in himself to overcome his self-consciousness and doubt, well. Let's just say I won't let that happen."

While Nazuna was encouraging Mika, you turned to Shu, considering his words. You reached over to fix his jabot. "You... see him as a lot more than just a doll, don't you? No matter what he believes, you see him as a partner. A friend. Right?" The pink-haired man smoothed out his clothes as you finished and looked you up and down as if judging you. "Of course. Kagehira is a vital part of Valkyrie, and I consider him as such. I wouldn’t dream of performing without him."

"Ah crap I totally lost track of the time!" You suddenly remembered you weren't there for fun, the four of you actually had a job to do. You checked your watch, and seeing as there was a little time left for goodbyes before they went onstage.

"Alright guys, it's almost time," you said, catching their attention. "You got this. The new song has absolutely nothing on you - you're gonna do great, I believe in you!" You cheered, hoping it would raise their spirits and morale as they were about to leave. Mika smiled, relaxing a bit. "Thanks Producer-san... Knowing that 'ya and Oshi-san and Nazuna-nii believe in me... It feels great!" Nazuna laughed, lightly hitting Mika's back. "Yeah, just trust in me, Y/N, and Itsuki, we're right behind you." "Like always," Shu added with face that seemed to say, "isn't that obvious?"

"Okay! Well there's nothing else I can say except... good luck." You send one last smile to them before escorting them out the door and toward the stage.

Like usual, their performance today was just as mesmerizing and beautiful as ever. They dominated both the stage and their audience, captivating them and holding their attention with elegant dance and rich vocals, the enthralling stage gripping you as you didn’t dare look away. As their producer you had seen them practice and perform many times but it still managed to enchant you every time.

Of course this also meant that when the Live was done you had to rush backstage to get what you had prepare for their return. Also meaning you were as out of breath as they were. “Great job, all of you!” You said, panting as you handed out water to them as they came backstage. Nazuna chuckled softly upon seeing your condition. “Couldn’t look away from the stage, huh?” He teased with a smile. Your face reddened in embarrassment and looked down. “Listen, you- gah… I’m- shut it!”

The four of you sat together in the green room talking and laughing. “So…. any plans after this?” You asked. “Im’a be repairing some of the stuffed toys I found the other day…. nothin’ else much though,” Mika said. “I might just turn in for the night when I get back to the dorms after I eat dinner or something,” Nazuna shrugged, and Shu simply huffed quickly. “I must tend to Mademoiselle… however if time allows I might relax in the ES lounge. Why do you ask?” You grinned at his words. “Good question! I was thinking… I’m taking you guys out to dinner. What do you think? It’s my treat!”

[jewwyfeesh]

To The Gentle You 3

Writer: Mitsuki

Character(s): Kagehira Mika, Hakaze Kaoru, Aoba Tsumugi

Translated by: stcrfeesh

CN Proof by: jewwyfeesh

Tsumugi: Ahaha ♪ Well, it’s not like I could have heard something that you’ve never really said, no~?

Please read the translator notes at the end!

Season: Summer

Location: Seishou Hall Common Room

Mika: (Ugh… the hell was I even on about, tellin’ Tsumu-chan-senpai I’d make a design so perfect it’d impress Naru-chan…)

(I kept thinkin’ ‘bout what Naru-chan might like while designin’ and ended up drawin’ a whole buncha drafts. Now I dunno which one ‘ta choose.)

(Back when I took on a jewellery designin’ gig, I got Naru-chan ‘ta model fer me and successfully designed a necklace that everyone liked.)

(Or maybe it's ‘cause this time ‘round, t’was only outta my personal desire ‘ta gift Naru-chan a brooch that's uniquely fer her and her alone, an’ not for anyone else. So now……)

???: Kagehira-kun, are you currently struggling with something very important?

Mika: Nnah~ bingo…

???: If that's the case, do you need this kind and considerate nii-san to give you some advice~?

Mika: That’ll do me a world of good— hold up, who the hell are ya?!

Kaoru: Ah, sorry, my bad. Did I interrupt your musings?

Mika: Eh?! Ha-Hakaze-senpai?! How long have ‘ya been standin’ there?! Have I been unconsciously sayin’ my thoughts out loud?

Kaoru: Ahaha, it’s nothing like that~ It’s just because your thoughts are clearly written on your face. I’m free right now, so you can talk to me if you have any worries.

Mika: Sorry ya had ta see me so unkempt… I actually wanted ta make a unique brooch as a gift, but I just ended up gettin’ stuck with the design.

When it comes ta usin’ cute elements as the design’s main theme, I just kept thinkin’ how all of them suit each other — I couldn’t pick. So now I’m here, mullin’ over the design drafts.

Kaoru: Huh… if you don’t mind, could you show me those design drafts?

(Hm… looking at it, it seems that most of these brooches have flowers, bows, hearts, and the like as the design’s core, which is rather cute. It’s definitely something a girl would like—)

(Wait, didn’t Kagehira-kun say he wanted to hand make a brooch as a gift? Is he going to give it to a girl?)

(For him to go to such lengths, then it must certainly be for someone who’s important to him, right…?)

Mika: …Hakaze-senpai? I see yer lookin’ like ya’ve got some stuff ya wanna ask me?

Kaoru: Ah, well, you see… What I'm trying to say is that, if you’re aiming for a design that’s more intimate, why not try getting inspiration from the mundanes of their everyday life?

For starters, you can go with how they dress — whether their usual style is more suitable for simpler or fancier jewellery, and identify colour palettes that would act as a complement to them. Just things like that.

Oh, yeah! How about using your outfits during your date as a starting point? It’ll be something rather memorable ♪

Mika: Woah… as expected of senpai who’s a part of the “Date Plan” project [1], ya really know a lot ‘bout these type of things.

Hmm~ If I were ta look at it from an everyday-life perspective, then I do wanna make this brooch suitable for goin’ out on dates too. I’ll trash these, then.

But it’s so hard to choose the best one among the bunch, and I keep thinkin’ how it could be way better… Could I ask for yer help with this again?

Kaoru: Ahaha, no worries~ I’ve got you covered ♪

(…I was just testing the waters by mentioning the word “date” earlier, and he didn’t even try denying it? Could it really be that he actually came looking for me to ask about relationship advice?!)

(Now that I think about it, other than Anzu-chan, who else would he be close with that isn’t also a guy…?)

(………)

(N-N-Nah, it can’t be. It’s probably just a misunderstanding cause I care too much about Anzu-chan… it’s nothing, let’s calm down. My priority now is to help Kagehira-kun with his troubles.)

Location: Seishou Hall Library

(And so I ended up accompanying Kagehira-kun to look for info at the library. I’m a member of “Biblion” [2], so the library here at Seisou Hall isn’t really new to me.)

I remember seeing it here… Woah?!

Aoba-kun, what are you doing just standing behind the shelf and not saying a word? You scared me…

Tsumugi: Oh, it’s Kaoru-kun and Mika-kun~ Apologies, I’ve been so into arranging these books over here that I hadn’t noticed someone entering. 

Oh, I see. So you guys are looking for reference materials on jewellery making. You should find them on those shelves in the back row.

Kaoru: Uhh… about jewellery… not this one… not this either…

Aha~ found it! “Classic Jewellery Illustration and Design” and “A Selection of a Hundred Brooches”. Both books don't seem too shabby  ♪

Mika: You have a good eye for things, Hakaze-senpai~ I only found one, “A Manual on Jewellery Making”.

Tsumugi: Ah, Kaoru-kun just reminded me. There are a few brooch designs in that “Classic Jewellery Illustration and Design” book that are quite similar to Mika’s ideas for his design drafts. He could check those out…

Kaoru: Eh? You’ve already seen Kagehira-kun’s design drafts?

Mika: Uh-huh~senpai even gave me some real helpful advice. Both of ya are such reliable senpais ♪

Tsumugi: Ahaha, you flatter me too much, Mika-kun~ I’m also an amateur when it comes to designing jewellery, so I decided to skim through some of the books while I was rearranging the bookshelves today.

I was planning on recommending these books that would be useful to you, Mika-kun. Let’s take a look at them now, shall we ♪

Take the design on this page for example. A technique that can be used to convey the delicacy and elegance of flowers could be adding ribbons to a fretwork.

Or perhaps these types of simple yet stylish designs over here aren’t too bad either. I think it would go well with everyday wear.

Mika: Hmm…

Kaoru: …How about we approach it like this — Kagehira-kun, what do you think about going over the person’s likes and dislikes with us? This way, if it’s someone we know, it’ll be easier for us to help you narrow down those ideas.

Tsumugi: (Huh? Does Kaoru-kun not know for whom Mika is making the brooch?)

(He’s been uneasy since earlier, could it be that he’s misunderstood something…?)

Mika: Nnah… when it comes to the things Naru-chan likes, it should be anythin’ that’s beautiful ‘n cute—things that’re called “Pretty”, y’know?

Kaoru: I see I see, so it’s someone named Naru-chan and not Anzu-chan. That sounds like a really cute name too~

Mika: — Naru-chan’s style seems to be more handsome rather than cute when she’s doin’ idol jobs with Knights, but no matter how ya look at it, she’s still very charmin’ either way~ ♪

Kaoru: (Eh…? This “Naru-chan” is a member of Knights…? So are you telling me that I… I’ve been under the wrong impression about this whole situation the entire time?!)

Mika: Hmm? Were ya sayin’ somethin’, Hakaze-senpai? Sorry, I was talkin’ to myself earlier, so I missed what’cha said~

Kaoru: I-I didn’t, though? Haha, I didn’t say anything earlier, I prommy! Cross my heart and hope to die!

Tsumugi: Ahaha ♪ Well, it’s not like I could have heard something that you’ve never really said, no~?

(But there’s something about this recklessness that makes you feel like you’re reliving a spring from once upon a time… ♪)

Translator's notes:

[1]: Mika is referring to Kaoru’s shuffle unit project, √AtoZ. 

[2]: Biblion is an existing ES archive circle composed of the following members: Hajime, Kaoru, Nagisa, Tsukasa, and Tsumugi. The members gather out of their love for books of all genres.

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[zalerazz]

(knows very little about enstars) top 5 enstars?

oh fuck yes here we go, not necessarily in any order

1. Mika Kagehira

He's a silly little guy. A pathetic sopping wet beast. A kitten left out in a cardboard box in the rain. He's so strange and bizzare. He once almost buried his roommate alive. He goes "Ngaah". He rescues thrown away plushies and fixes them. He carries around a picture of Shu everywhere?? He's a little weirdo with a huge heart I wanna ruffle his hair

2. Shu Itsuki

He's just as weird and strange as Mika but on the opposite end of the spectrum. He laughs like "Kakakaka!" what's up with that. He used to be a really shitty person but he's been through a lot and grown and changed and I'm proud of him!!! He's still a bit of an ass but he cares a lot and that's just who he is.

3. Arashi Narukami

God I love Arashi... Arguably one of the more normal characters in enstars tbh. She's such a sweethearttt and she would do anything for her friends but has a hard time asking for help... relatable tbh. Her voice is one of my favorites in the whole game bc holy moly it's so fucking beautiful???

4. Ritsu Sakuma

I don't say this often about characters, but he's literally me. He has delayed phase sleep disorder (basically nocturnal),gets weak in the sun, and has a chronic pain condition. Literally did the writers base him on me?? He's clingy and likes attention, much like a cat. His friends compare him to a shadow; he's always around, but can be pretty quiet. He also gets jealous and has abandonment issues. It's like looking into a mirror I swear

5. Sora Harukawa

Sora is very often misunderstood by the fandom at large which is very sad bc he is so special to me!! He's very extroverted and talks in the third person, and some people kinda dumb down his character which is very not him. Despite his young age, he's extremely emotionally intelligent. He used to mask a lot before joining Switch, but he feels like he can truly be himself now with the support of his friends. He gets along with everybody and treats everyone the same regardless of how strange they may be. My one gripe with him is that his synesthesia is really unrealistic; synesthesia doesn't exactly let you see people's emotions or see if people are lying. But regardless, I love him.

ty sm for the ask bagel ♡

[hxneylavendxr]

hmm... mao or mika for the ask game~? :3

ok im gonna do just mika bc i don't think about mao a lot these days ahah past me would've had more to say about that dude

sexuality hc - very classic but he's bisexual. everybody knows that he's top 10 widely agreed upon bisexual enstars characters

gender hc - FREAK! creature little scurrier

i think nonbinary or, more fittingly, a gothic neogender of some sort mika is very real, more masc leaning though he would make an excellent dumpster girl (faves get the full gender spectrum treatment huh)

ships - *cracks knuckles* so mikashu i have to state right off the bat they're toxic they're awful they're crazy they're just what i like to see then we have ritsumika gaudy hot topic couple and mikamayo in a normal way is cute but in a more mutually fucked up eroguro style way is very cool and appealing to my brain it's like the screenshot from tik tok abt taking your brain out and running it under cold water to me

and mikanatsu I'll be real with you i completely forget why but they are cute together and yuzumika just for funsies and and mikameru curtesy of mj

brotp - narumika!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! their friendship is so so fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! they kiss on the lips!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 they are besties!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 mika and nazuna being friends is crazy important as well

notp - none

random hc - we all know this as truth but i gotta say it mika would be sooo into vocahorror i think neru and kikuo are his favorite producers Also he's totally one of those multicolored bandaid types if he wasn't, you know, an idol with a stage appearance to keep up he would be sporting armfuls of rainbow and sanrio print bandaids 24/7

general opinion - miiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiikaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa oh my god oh my god MIKA he's one of the enstars characters that is a prime example of just how much of a miracle the character design (visually and written) in this game is to fit so specifically with my tastes- from an aesthetic stand point, the heterochromia compliments his otherwise very average looking design perfectly he is standing out now you are looking at him with interest

the thing he has going on initially? mf willing abuse victim ass? a doll to be pupeteered, a doll to be tampered with? actually incredible we all know this but i fucking loooove doll motifs and marionette themes

moving past that though, he is (and always has been) such a menhera yami kawaii pastel goth type which is SOO FUCKIN COOL for an anime boy, not at all something i was used to seeing before him and my base infatuation with pastel/candy gore from when i was 12 has left me realistically unable not to be obsessed with him now.

...which brings us to. the horrors He is so sick so fucked up such a little freak and that makes him a home to me, sadist, romantic, blood and gore lover that i am, But the way it's not even a tease. the way he has said and been shown to, many a time, be very okay with killing someone...the alleged eroguro scandal....... god i love that for him so much.... what a guy

and his voice is saurr pretty and cyute :>

[makur0]

“you’re perfect every way.”

synopsis — mika is noticing that you’re slowly distancing yourself from him. after finally pinning you down and getting an answer, he does his best to make you feel loved. [mika kagehira x AFAB! reader]

content warnings — nsfw, mndi. soft! dom mika, nicknames, mirror play, praising, self-praise, slight teasing, fingering; slight angst in beginning, fluff at end (possibly ooc mika?? i’m too tired to really look)

author notes — uh, hi! first oneshot here, hope you (nearly nonexistent readers lmao) guys enjoy!

word count — 1195

MIKA PRETTY MUCH HAD ENOUGH.

For the past week- no, two weeks, you’ve been drifting away from him. Even when he got home early enough to see you when you were awake, you would merely greet him then scuttle off into the bedroom. He didn’t think much about it before; you were also a busy person. But as it became more frequent...

Was it something he did before? Something that he possibly forgot about because of his huge workload? Although he didn’t want to blame his Valkyrie jobs on the relationship status, he was starting to worry that it was indeed the case.

But with his energy- and his patience- thinning, he couldn’t just let you sneak back into the shadows once again.

“[name]-”

His stomach twisted as you failed to even meet his eyes. A sick thought ran through his mind, his lips pursing.

Is it my eyes again? Do they now think that they’re terrible too...?

“[name],” He repeated again, a bit more forceful. He was glad that you didn’t resist when he tenderly grabbed your hands, but didn’t like the fact that you still weren’t looking at him. “Ah, geez, did I do something? I’m sorry, I’ll make it up to ya-”

His heterochromatic eyes drifted to the kitchen counter, and saw a familiar magazine lying open.

So that’s what it is.

“I’m sorry,” you mumbled, your fingers twitching as if you didn’t know whether to pull away or tighten your grip. “I couldn’t help myself...”

Mika’s expression melted into a sympathetic one. “[name]...”

“You could’ve just told me that sustaining our relationship was hard for you,” you said, making your voice clearer. “I know it’s hard for idols like you to date... especially since you have so much work on your back. Why would you put in the extra effort for me?

“Why me? Why couldn’t you just choose somebody popular, they would certainly help the rise of your idol career. I’m just a person struggling to get my next paycheck. Mika-”

You stopped suddenly as he removed his hold on your hands, one of them lifting up to your chin and making you stare into his blue and yellow eyes. His gaze was hurt.

“Do ya really think that?” He whined, his childish persona still shining through. “[name], I seriously love ya. Even more than Valkyrie, my idol career. You mean so much to me.”

Huffing, he pulled you into a surprising hug, a pout on his lips. “I don’ care if it means more work for me. Yer the world to me.”

“Mika...”

You cut off as he suddenly pulled you in for a kiss, his eyebrows furrowing as he pressed your body closer to his. Heat exploded in your cheeks as you could only let your eyes drift close and accept it.

After a short second he broke away from you, a small puff coming out of his mouth. “I’m gonna make sure ya know how much I love you, and how beautiful you are to me.”

...

You really weren’t expecting Mika, out of all people, to be into this.

“Stop hiding yerself,” You shivered as the male breathed down the nape of your neck, unconsciously listening to him and spreading your legs wide open again.

He had you sitting in his lap, completely undressed, staring straight at your reflection. Reddening marks blossomed around your collarbone, Mika continuing to make more as he grew comfortable. You, on the other hand, was a blushing, embarrassed mess.

The said male frowned lazily, his gaze drifting downwards on your reflection. “See how beautiful ya are? Why are you tryna hide it?”

One of his hands drifted down to your heat, and your breath hitched as it grazed over your sex. But as soon as it came, he lifted his hand away from you, and you suppressed a whine.

“Already so needy~” Mika cooed lightheartedly, chuckling. “Don’tcha worry. I’ll give you exactly ya want once you do something for me.”

You bit your lip, meeting his gaze through the mirror. Taking it as a sign to continue, he opened his mouth again. “I want you to list off every single thing that’s beautiful about you. For everything listed...” He tapped a finger softly on your clit, and your legs twitched. “I’ll pleasure ya. How ‘bout that? [name]?”

“Y-yes...”

He grinned brightly, his sudden movement causing him to accidentally press on your clit. You bit your lip, your eyes narrowing.

“Go on ahead,” Mika mumbled against your skin, applying more love bites. “Let me hear you.”

“I- uh...” You weren’t really good at this- being put into the spotlight. But because it was your loved one, and you were rather needy for him, you really couldn’t just back off.

“Uhm... I- I think I’m intelligent oh-” You stifled a gasp, stiffening as Mika had suddenly slid two slender fingers into your heat. But that was it, he just stayed still and stared at you, urging you to continue.

“I’m talented,

“P-pretty...

“Ngh, kind~!”

As you continued to praise yourself, Mika stayed true to your word. He increased the pace he fingered you, his thumb reaching up to your forgotten clit. As the pleasure heightened, positive words bubbled in your head and flowed out of your mouth, almost too far gone. You really didn’t know what you were saying now- all you could focus on how good Mika was pleasuring you.

“Good girl, keep it going...” The male swallowed back a moan of his own as his other hand occupied his hard-on. “Make yerself realize why I love you so much, darling.”

More and more praises came out, broken with moans as Mika soon thrusted wildly into your heat, making you contort in pleasure. At one point he made you force your eyes open, and the sight in front of you was almost enough to make you go undone. Your slick decorating his fingers, sweat dotting your body like crystalline gems, and Mika biting into your shoulder as he too came close to his high.

One particular thrust to your sweet spot had you reeling, tightening on Mika’s fingers and arching your back. An almost wanton moan left your lips, your hands tightening around his thighs as he fingered you through your orgasm. A muffled whine from him signaled that he too came, his heterochromatic eyes rolling back as he stained his pants.

He stopped, resting his hand on your stomach, and the two of you caught your breath. Once Mika regained his senses, he lifted up his soaked fingers to your mouth, motioning you to open your mouth. Obeying him, you parted your lips, a rather sweet yet tangy taste covering your taste buds. He then brought you in for a kiss, his tongue exploring your own.

Even though it was a short session, exhaustion overcame you slowly. You couldn’t even bring yourself to stay awake to help Mika clean up because of the fact that he was now wrapping his arms around you, almost welcoming you to slumber.

Before you could fully drift into sleep, you heard one thing from him that made your heart flutter:

“You’re perfect in every way, love.”

[taiyaki-translations]

Murmurs of Flourishing Blossoms - 5

Season: Winter Characters: Kaoru, Mika, Tatsumi, Midori, Izumi, Shu, Chiaki Translator: taiyaki-translations

<Same day, a simple studio rented in Paris>

Izumi: First of all, let me be clear, today’s the only free day I have to give you this special lesson. If you dare waste my precious time, I will immediately send you on the return flight home, got it?

Kaoru: Now, now, Senacchi. Lighten up your expression. If you keep your face like that, you might get wrinkles.

Izumi: Ha? Wrinkles? Apologize to my face right now!

Midori: (Ugh… Why aren’t Kagehira-senpai and Kazehaya-senpai here… I want to get special lessons from Anzu-san too. Please don’t leave me to deal with these two seniors alone…)

Izumi: Takamine, what’s with that expression?

Midori: Uh… I’m sorry…!

Izumi: Why do you keep apologizing? No one’s asked you to say it. Look lively, not like you want to run away at any moment.

Midori: Hiii… I’m scared!

Kaoru: (Takamine-kun is tall but is acting like a scared little animal right now, while Senacchi likes to bully his juniors. So this scene of them together is really funny~)

(Still, if Takamine-kun gets too nervous, the effectiveness of the training will decrease and Senacchi will just get angrier. It’ll be one whole vicious cycle so I need to find some kind of common topic that will lighten the mood.) 

By the way, Moricchi also came to Itsuki-kun’s atelier last summer right? (1) Before Takamine-kun came here, did Moricchi give you any advice as your unit leader?

Midori: …Since I didn’t specifically tell him, Morisawa-senpai probably has no idea I’m here.

Kaoru: (Eh? Did I step on a landmine? Did Takamine-kun get into a fight with Moricchi?)

Midori: Sorry, that’s my phone. Let me check the number. It might be a spam call…

(So Morisawa-senpai’s alive… I don’t really want to answer, but seeing as he called me, it’s probably something important…) (2)

Chiaki: “Takamine! I didn’t expect you to take on overseas work so soon! I’m so proud of you!” 

“It would be better if you could give me a heads up while you’re at it, too! Are you getting accustomed to life in Paris?”

Kaoru: Moricchi~ Me and Senacchi are here too. Isn’t it mean of you to only say hello to Takamine-kun?

Chiaki: “Hakaze! Sena! I missed you both lots too! I’ll leave Takamine to you both, please take good care of my junior, will you? The four of us should go to karaoke together after you come home ♪”

Midori: Senpai, are you just going to sing a medley of the all-time Hero Sentai theme songs again? Honestly, you hummed them during practice so often I got sick of them…

Izumi: I’d expect as much… The last time we went to karaoke, this guy sang those songs and even did the dances. (3) It was sooo annoying.

Kaoru: Haha, Takamine-kun and Senacchi found something strange to bond over. As expected, the mood became a lot better because of Moricchi ♪

Chiaki: “Hahaha ☆ I don’t know what’s going on but if there’s ever any problems, just call for a hero!”

<The next day, shortly after the photoshoot>

Tatsumi: This garden is really special. Since the flowers are all varieties that bloom in the winter, they made this garden so we can enjoy their beauty and be healed by nature even in the loneliness of winter. 

Doesn’t the client’s choice of location for the shoot and exhibition reflect this wish?

Mika: Yeah! I’m already lookin’ forward to what kinda effect the exhibition will have ♪

At first, Midori-kun didn’t seem like he was in good condition, so I was worried. 

But durin’ the individual shoots, he seemed more relaxed. And the teddy bear that Midori-kun brought really made the whole setting all fairytale-like. The photographer was also very happy.

Midori: Ahaha, at first I was nervous because I kept repeating all of Sena-senpai’s pointers in my head… But thanks to Tatsumi-senpai taking a walk with me in the gardens, I was able to relax.

Tatsumi: I didn’t expect to come across a fan of Midori-san’s during the walk. Midori-san is really popular.

Midori: Technically, they are a Japanese fan that was travelling in Paris. They have been supporting RYUSEITAI for a while now, so I was really happy I could meet them by chance.

Tatsumi: I see, I’m sure the fan was thrilled. They kept hugging the teddy bear you gave them as a gift tightly. Their feelings were quite serious.

Midori: Ehehe, I feel completely healed. I’m so grateful to my fans and to my seniors. Thank you for taking care of me…♪

Tatsumi: I’m really glad I could be of help. Endings where everyone can be happy are the best, amen.

Kaoru: Here here~ Everyone, look who’s here—

Mika: Oshi-san?! Why are you here? I hope my performance didn’t disappoint ya…

Shu: Hmph, did you not care to judge for yourself? Or perhaps, did you carelessly release a product that you yourself thought was an imperfect, haphazard work? If that’s the case, then you truly should be ashamed.

Mika: Nnah, I think I did a good job…

Shu: Then you should be more confident! Don’t get caught up in the petty gossip of others nor try to seek recognition from authority figures! Show your pride as an artist!

Mika: (Oshi-san…! So dashin’…!) (4)

Kaoru: Oh, Anzu-chan, you were here. I was looking for you just now~

Actually, it’s not that important… No… That’s not to say it isn’t important but uh… Um! A-Anyway, p-please accept this bouquet…!

Haha, I’m less nervous when I see you smile. I was worried you wouldn’t like it. 

Uh? Why am I suddenly giving this to you? Well, we were all holding flowers during the photo shoot, so I was worried you’d be sad that you didn’t get one too, despite being the only girl present ♪

Just kidding~ I wanted you to relax a little here, Anzu-chan, but since you came overseas, you’ve been receiving special training in making costumes and arranging the exhibition hall. I was hoping this would cheer you up at least a little bit.  

Although not all of them have expressed it in words, everyone cares about you and this bouquet is to show our gratitude. 

We’ve all had a lot of fun these past few days. It’s all thanks to you that our trip overseas has gone so smoothly.

Mika: Ngah, Hakaze-senpai is so sly. Sneakin’ off secretly t’ say all this to Anzu-chan by himself~

Kaoru: Haha, you just have to seize the opportunity yourself at times like this ♪

Let me ask one more question. Before we left, Anzu-chan asked us what the most important thing we brought with us was. I was actually curious about what Anzu-chan’s answer would be?

Mika: I wanna know too! There’s lots of things I wanna talk about with Anzu-chan as well—

Kaoru: You’ll give your answer after thinking it over carefully? That’s fine, you can take your time. We have lots of it…♪

Translation Notes: 1. Referring to the story Astraea's Atelier. 2. Possibly a callback to Motor Show, where Chiaki was often absent from the unit due to being busy with work, to the point that Midori would say "he's dead." 3. Referring to Izumi's 4* feature scout story, Alma Mater. 4.The word Mika says here can also mean "handsome" but I used "dashing" since it fit the context better.

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[bbiemochi]

hello!! >_< if it’s ok, can I req shu + rei with a shy gf that collects antiques like old dolls and teacups… Thank u !! <33

𝚌𝚕𝚊𝚜𝚜𝚒𝚌 𝚖𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚒𝚛𝚎 | shu & rei

[an]: oh my god i love you. FINALLY SOMEONE WITH REI ON MY REQUESTS SOBBING. sorry i just love that loser too much, a concerning attachment i know. overall, tysm for requesting, bb! <3

summary: from vintage dolls, to antique clocks, you just seemed to love collecting these things. and your boyfriend adores it

pairing: shu & rei x shy!fem!reader! [ separate ! ]

genre: fluff, a bit steamy/intimate in rei’s part (°▽°)

SHU ITSUKI

and that was one last cup

steadily, you landed down softly on the floor after putting one last vintage cup inside of your cabinet filled with antique items that you had just collected. the teacup that you recently just put had been part of an old collection that you bought from an old shop nearby run down by a sweet old lady who had the same passion as you, collecting old stuff from the past and displaying them afterwards upon finding. some items you took are from france, england, other foreign countries that you had never been to. the teacup wasn’t that expensive anyways, you only spent around 2,000 yen on it. wasn’t much of a big deal.

now with these type of classics just hanging by your cabinet you organized yourself, you had never been more happier just by looking at them. they had been gently cleaned and fixed, then you carefully place them inside this cabinet your mother gave to you. the cabinet’s door had a clear glass in front in order to view the antiques, nicely. there were even fragile dolls inside of it, you made sure they were placed the furthest behind in order for them not to fall easily first. the vintage clocks were your most favorite, how they chime so nicely unlike today’s loud and noisy clocks. they were placed right next to the cabinet, hanging so gracefully on the wall. it wasn’t really helpful, despite still being able to run still. it was 3 hours short than your average hours, and you couldn’t really call it reliable when checking the time whenever you’re in a hurry. but they were the most favored one towards you.

everything placed here in this very corner, was your prime collection. the best one you could ever had in your room. probably even your comfort area to be in. just looking at them calms you down. you knew so much about the past, and sometimes it saddens you of how your era today wasn’t as much beautiful as it was like before. but still, you hold a love to these antique figures.

although, you weren’t the only one loving these precious items.

“magnificent! it looks like you brought home a new darling!”

you were startled by the sudden words spoke from behind your back. jumping, you almost hit your head on the cabinet, however, good thing you managed to hold on a nearby arm chair. you slowed down your breath, calming your heating face down. “s-shu…you scared me…” you whispered, taking measured breaths.

shu itsuki. the leader of arts, and a member of valkyrie along with kagehira mika. you see…this man right here is your boyfriend. surprisingly yes, the shu itsuki is your significant other. no coincidences. who knew someone like him could find his other half? you both started dating once you guys knew that your interests were similar. he fell for your love for vintages, and you fell for his passion for making the cutest doll dresses. you weren’t sure if what this thing you did was normal, but hey—he was also very charming you won’t lie.

as always, shu looked upon your stunned figure and sighed. “why be afraid? it’s just me, calm down,” he says, before taking a look at your cabinet once more—admiring the brand new teacup displayed inside along with the others. he gently hands you over mademoiselle and after you grabbed his doll, shu went back to focus on your new item, his eyes sparkled, and his mouth had a wide grin. he seemed to be delighted as you are when the male notices the design. “ah! just look at the texture and the exquisite decoration of that teacup! truly a magnificent type of vintage item indeed!”

“you may bring it out if you want to, i’ll allow it.”

“non! you must’ve just recently cleaned it, so, i’ll just admire this whole collection of beauties in front of me!” he replies, and you laugh. after seconds had passed, your boyfriend was quick to go back to your attention. “oh yes, i almost completely forgot—about vintage items, come here, i found something on my way back,” you tilted your head, although you proceeded to follow shu towards the study table that was close to the side of your collection of antiques. shu steadily takes mademoiselle back to his arms and placed her down on a safe shelf you set up just for the doll in order for her to be safe whenever shu comes to visit your room.

as he sat down on the table, you observed as his hand reached for something inside of his pocket. it was wrapped in a small plastic aligning, and after the plastic was brought down it comes next with a second wrap, which was white paper adorned with brown blushes on the sides, looking like coffee spilled on that paper a long time ago and dried up. it even smelled like coffee from afar. inside both wraps was a box, with a soft velvet touch from the fingertips. “i found it from a jewelry store i visited real quick just to search for jewels that i can use for mademoiselle’s new outfit despite my legs being worn out. the prize was surprisingly low, however the stores lady says it was a jewel from a long time ago…which somehow fascinated me..” shu then opens a box, revealing a ring with a huge emerald jewel sitting on top. your eyes sparkled, and you sighed, satisfactorily—a smile on your face.

“wow…h-how much did you pay for it?” you questioned. “around 4,000 yen. for a ring like this, it’s actually pretty low.”

“4-4k yen? for something as gorgeous as this??” you asked again, looking closely at the ring as you stood by his side—not minding the lamp light close to your face. shu nods in return, “mhm. good thing i had enough money to buy both the needed jewels and this ring. wait—why are you just standing there?? sit down so you can take a better look.”

“huh? o-oh no i’m fine! honest…! besides, your legs are tired, right?” you responded, waving both hands as his direction to reassure you were just ok. “you should have the seat. i’ve been sitting around all the day anyways.” you added. shu frowns, “no that’s not the—ugh…” shu pushes his thumb and forefinger between his forehead, letting out a huge sigh while you looked at him, perplexed. creating space between the both of you, shu pushes the chair back, creating an area for you to move in.

“come here,” he calls, patting on his lap. your face burns up, feeling a rushing heat all over your cheeks. “h-huh?”

“i don’t want any buts or excuses. come on don’t waste my time,” your boyfriend says before you could let out another word. it took you a bit long to walk over close to his side, and because of this shu suddenly pulls you by the arm, and sat you down gently on his lap. the blush on your face increases, and all you could react was silence with a tint of a sheepish expression on. shu grabs back the ring, and this time focused it over your view. you were immediately distracted back to looking back on the jewelry.

it was more clearer from the lamp’s light, and your eyes glittered. it was vintage, somewhat similar to rings back at the 1800’s—just how you and shu loved it. since it was old, the gold was a little rusted with iron scratches, but it was fine. it still looked as beautiful as it was today. “it’s so pretty…” you whispered, shu’s hand brushes your hair back from your ear. “it truly is…” he responds. out of nowhere, the ring that shu was showing was now being slid over your finger, shooting through perfectly at your right size. you gasped, now looking at your hand. shu watches as your face lights up with amazement…then smiles, softly.

“as beautiful as a doll…” you heard him say. “no…more beautiful than a doll.” the next thing you knew was your head being turned back, and your lips was on his. the kiss was…loving. it was more loving than the average kisses you and shu exchange from time to time. it seemed like he put more passion into this one. over 20 seconds passes and shu let go of your lips—pressing his forehead to yours.

“s-shu..”

“you’re divine,” his eyes were staring deeply into yours. “the most elegant person i know.”

REI SAKUMA

it was usual for you two to visit the antique store at these days.

you never heard your boyfriend once complain about why you take a look around this store all the time whenever he’s free from his daily idol schedule or resting in his coffin while the twins tell him about stuff he needed to know. in fact, he actually enjoys looking around with you. as long as he’s with you, he’s having fun.

as your eyes sparkled in every section of vintage collection you went, rei never fails to smile at each expression you wore when your eyes stared right at the item laid down on the shelves. and when you decided to look at the prize tag, you would either smile widely or your expression falls. he likes both, since in both ways you still looked adorable. from cups, dolls, an old clock, watch, jewelry—anything, you’d take them that fits your budget. or from time to time rei would help pay for them.

you love collecting old stuff from the victorian era or even in the golden times. whatever fits your taste, you’ll take them and bring it back home. rei loves it. he likes it when you hold your hands in his whenever you two would walk around every aisle of the store. he’ll look for an object, show it towards you, and you’ll look deep into it first before adding it over your basket. it depends on the price.

“how about this one, little miss?”

“h-how did you find this??”

“a vampire’s eyes are sharp,” he’d say. and you’d laugh it off. if you did he’ll kiss you on the cheek and watch as your face blooms into a soft red. not like you had any complaints with it either.

this particular day, rei had a day off after a long concert yesterday with his unit undead. he was tired, the male was said to be resting in that coffin the whole day—and the twins were the last seen individuals to be with him in undead’s rehearsal room. you however, had a choice to visit his rehearsal room to show him a new item you bought in the same antique shop you two scrolled down the entire time. it was a music box from the 1700’s. you had been saving for it for almost months (rei had already took notice of this), and you had been the most happiest person to know that you already bought it, first.

walking down the hall, adonis had told you that rei was resting in his coffin at the rehearsal area. says he likes to stay there for a while during his day off. so here you are, music box delivered inside a plastic, covered in old newspapers in hand, and a wide smile over your face. you were excited to show rei this…just crossing your fingers that he’ll like it…

once you had made it to undead’s rehearsal room, you gently tapped your knuckles into the door—knocking. “rei? are you there?” you called. you knocked again, thrice this time. when no answer was echoed back—you gently turned the door knob, and pushed the entrance to reveal a large coffin laying down on the room’s floor. you walked in the dark, and closed the door behind. hinata and yuta weren’t here, that’s odd…did they somehow went out for a while?

walking towards the coffin, you kneeled down—quietly and steadily placing the music box on the side first before knocking on the coffin. rei was probably asleep, poor guy…he was so tired from yesterday, huh? “rei…? are you in there?” you knocked. when the coffin’s lid begins to move, you backed away a little so you won’t be hit (like that one time when you met rei for the first time).

the coffin’s lid was now pushed off, creating an entrance completely. you watched as your boyfriend raised up from the inside—his hair was messy and eyes were still shut tight. he was wearing the undead practice attire which made you bewildered since you thought today was supposed to be his day off. “nn…y/n…?” he calls, voice raspy. you scooted close to his side. “i’m here,” you replied. pushing his hair back, when rei saw that it was just you, a smile creeps into his face—a soft one. “ah, princess. so it’s you, what are you doing here?”

“i should be asking you that actually,” you laughed. rei sighs, leaning down back to his coffin cushion. “it’s been a long day. my back hurts from yesterday and all i wanna do is just sleep and dream.”

“r-rei it’s only 11 in the morning.”

“still, can’t an old vampire be tired?” he says, and you sweatdropped. the room was cold, but the atmosphere between you and rei was warm. it was always warm. that’s why you love him as much he loves you. realizing what you came here for, you instantly grabbed the plastic bag and brought it up to sit on your lap. “ah! i-i almost forgot, rei i finally bought the music box i’ve always wanted…!” you said, and rei’s attention was fully focused on you. removing the newspaper wraps around the item, you showed rei the exquisite design of the music box held in your hand. it wasn’t that big, it was as almost the size of your palms. your boyfriend’s eyes shined. “ooohh. that looks beautiful indeed, marvelous i can see.”

“right?? the fact that this was from the victorian era is even more of a blessing…!” you excitedly say. rei smiles…seeing you with a face like that brings peace in him. god he was so in love with you. he could just..

“rei? you good?”

“huh??” rei was cut away from his thoughts to go further below. “ah, what was it you said again, princess?” he questions. you gulped, pushing a strand of your hair behind your ear. “i said if you wanna roll the music box…?” the male looks over the said box in hand, and chuckles. phew, at least his thoughts were saved. “why of course…it would be a pleasure,” he replies before his fingers twirled the music box around. once it was twirled, the two of you sat in silence while the music began to play—echoing inside of the room. the melody shallowing inside of the area was so beautiful…you could hardly gaze away from the music box on your hands.

such a calm and slow tune…now rei wasn’t focused on the music…but at you. your e/c pupils were so adorable and they looked so joyful at the moment they stared down on the antique. rei can see the sparkle in your eyes. he always sees them when you look at vintages. it was your passion after all, why wouldn’t you? he just…couldn’t help it. his heart was beating…stupid heart. then out of nowhere he finds himself laying his head on your shoulder. you winced, your eyes view now exiting from the music box. and the music still continued to play.

your face burns and your hand slowly lays on top of rei’s raven hair. “r-rei?? what’s wrong?” you asked. he didn’t reply. his sigh caused you to flinch—hot breath fanning over your neck. oh uh…was he…? after a few seconds, the next thing you knew when he brushes your back hair away was his lips sucking over your neck, and you dropped the music box—both hands now on his shoulders. the tune still went onwards, and as it played slowly, you sealed your eyes shut. rei continued to suck onto your neck, feeling like he was leaving the deepest marks. and after each suck you could feel him kiss the area before moving to the next one. it was intense, you were blushing like crazy, your eyes reads small signs of lust. it was evident that rei was holding back.

you were gasping heavily. each kiss he placed over your neck you gripped onto his shoulders more tightly. “r-rei…ah..!” a bite. not too hard, he hates the taste of blood after all. you felt weak, body almost laying down on the floor. when the neck kisses and sucks stopped, you couldn’t help but feel a little disappointed. however…the next action just feeds to your satisfactorily needs.

the cold air hits your bare back, and you let out a huge gasp when you feel his hands brush over them, making you more vulnerable and weak than before. he was…he was good at this. you let out a small sigh…just where was this going to head? “i like your back…it’s so smooth…” he whispers into your ear. you hiccuped. “oh? what’s that face? earlier you were so cute while looking at that music box,” the music box, you completely forgot about it. his hands continued to slide all over your back, giving you goosebumps and shiver all over.

your body stutters, and when rei (accidentally) pulls the hook of your bra…you moaned.

rei stops and then looks back at your face. your hands were now covering your mouth, face now really red that it was visible in the dark and body still shaking. even rei was surprised. “that…was hot.” he says, and you couldn’t help but stammer. “i only pulled the hook then you made that noise? kuku, who knew?”

“y-you did that on purpose did you..?!” you yelled, sheepishly. the ravenette chuckles. “would you not believe me when i said i didn’t?” he spoke, finger circling your back, you covered your mouth as a sign exits. “s-stop…this is making me feel weird.”

“hm? how strang—

“sakuma-senpai! we’re back from the—whoopsies! they’re busy, sorry! we’ll come back again later after you’re done bye!”

the calls from the two twin idols was a huge surprise for you and your boyfriend. you swore to god you were close to fainting at that very moment from embarrassment. now your face was steaming completely and you couldn’t help but hide your face on rei’s neck. the music finally stopped by the time you did. “i-i hate you,” you murmured.

“didn’t i tell those two kids to knock before entering? ugh…” rei says, removing his hands away from your back, quickly. well that atmosphere was ruined. either was your mood. maybe you should ask rei for a make-out session sometimes. you’d be too shy, but hey, it’s the worth the shot, right?

a/n: i love rei

requests: closed :((

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Raison d’être - A Premature Burial 8

Author: Akira

Characters: Shu, Mika

Translator: Mika Enstars

"Kiryu. Come to think of it, we’ve known each other for a long time now, but I’ve never truly hit you before, haven’t I?"

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Season: Winter

Location: Starmony Dorms Theater Room

Night of that day, in the Starmony Dorms Theater Room…

Kuro: Hmm. I might not fully understand, but it sure sounds complicated.

So you’re watchin’ funeral scenes in movies for visual references for this Funeral Contest?

Haha, you’re surprisin’ly hardworkin’ over this. ♪

Shu: You sure are in a good mood for whatever reason, Kiryu. It’s rare to see you so relaxed without a single wrinkle between the eyebrows… Did something good happen to you?

Kuro: Ahh, y’see, Itsuki… I feel like I’m able t’relate to ya for the first time.

They’re surprisin’ly nice, aren’t they? A frilly and fluttery cute outfit…

Shu: What on earth happened to you, Kiryu!?

Nazuna: Itsuki~… Kuro-chin is so cruel~, I even said I didn’t want to do it…

H-He forced me to wear children’s girl’s clothes and took picture after picture of me…

Shu: Kiryu. Come to think of it, we’ve known each other for a long time now, but I’ve never truly hit you before, haven’t I?

I do not think I can beat you, who knows karate, but as a gentleman, I challenge you to a duel. Kagehira, you stay here with Nito.

Mika: Nnaah…?

Nazuna: Well, I’m happy you’re angry on my behalf, but didn’t you used to do the same thing too?

Anyways, it’s fine. I’m not angry anymore, or rather, I feel like I was able to be useful to Kuro-chin out for the first time, so I’m happy about that.

Rather, Kuro-chin accepted me however I am. Back when I had been pretending to be a doll, and all this time up to now too.

It’d be unfair if I were picky and say that I only approved of the rough and reliable Kuro-chin he usually is.

Kuro: Nito…♪

Shu: Even so, I think it’d be better if you refuse what you don’t want to do, Nito.

Nazuna: That’s true, but… I’m the one saying it’s fine, so don’t fight about it on your own~. It’ll complicate things.

You have your hands full anyways, don’t you? You don’t have the time to bother yourself over us.

Mika: That’s true, but I don’t have a good understandin’ the circumstances either.

Kuro: So what are the circumstances, then… I feel like I’ve gone too far and lost Nito’s trust here, so I’d like to redeem myself.

I’m no stranger to Itsuki, and I don’t mind workin’ together to help out Nito’s old group.

Shu: I didn’t ask for your help. I am not in so much trouble that I would ask for your help, truthfully.

Kuro: Don’t say that. If three people gather, the wisdom of Manjushri, the more there is the merrier, no?

Shu: Hmph. Despite your inability to study, you seem to be able to come up with Buddhist idioms without any trouble. Just whose influence is that?

Anyways. We are planning to hold a Funeral Contest in accordance to our Grandfather’s impossible task.

Kuro: Hmmm. My mother quietly had hers amongst relatives. The rich sure like their flashy things, don’t they?

Shu: Right… It was restricted to relatives, so I regret that I was unable to burn incense for her on that day.

Your mother had done so much for me, yet I’m afraid I’d acted unfairly at the very end.

Kuro: Haha. You know best that my mother wasn’t the type to care about such things… Itsuki.

Shu: … …

Kuro: …My bad, I ruined the atmosphere.

Shu: No, the atmosphere should have been solemn from the beginning, that is… what a funeral should be like.

My grandfather is the strange one making a festival out of it.

Kuro: He’s been a strange old gramps for a while now.

But still, from what I do know ‘bout him, I know your gramps was a great guy. He was a real fine, respectable man.

Back when I was jus’ a stupid kid, if I went and did somethin’ I shouldn’t have, even though we weren’t related, he’d scold me ‘til the sun went down.

I’d even start sheddin’ tears…I can still hear your grandpa yellin’ at me every time every time I’m ‘boutta stray off the beaten path.

Shu: I agree… He’s gotten more irritable with age, but he truly was a great and respectful grandfather who would never do anything inhumane.

And yet… We have discovered this grandfather to have had an illegitimate child.

Thanks to that, my household is in commotion as if the entire world turned upside down!

Nazuna: I don’t mean to be impolite, but… Isn’t it a bit unbelievable to have an illegitimate child be discovered while the estate is sorting out inheritances? It’s straight out of a drama.

Kuro: Is it really true? Nobody’s makin’ this up? Or, y’know, just one of your gramp’s jokes?

Shu: As of right now, we don’t know its validity.

After saying what he had wanted and causing such a ruckus, Grandfather withdrew back to the hospital with no visitors allowed.

I cannot approach the man himself for confirmation. A hospital is a curious little world, where a doctor’s opinion takes precedence over the family’s.

If the doctor orders no visits, even one’s own family members cannot enter the forbidden cave.

Mika: Guess that’s a given… But it’s really such a suspicious situation, truly.

Up ‘til now, there hadn’t even been a rumor that he had an illegitimate child.

Shu: Yes. Grandfather is well-known both at home and overseas as having a loving wife, and it was “common sense” that the only woman he’s ever loved in his lifetime was my grandmother, who passed away some time ago.

There is simply no way he has an illegitimate child.

Nazuna: And this… Rafayello, claims to be this illegitimate child? That was his name, right?

Kuro: Who in the hell is this guy? Judgin’ by his name, he some foreigner?

Shu: I am assuming it is a fake name. He said that he is hiding his true identity for some unspecified reason, it’s immensely suspicious.

My parents and the rest are currently visiting a government office to confirm the truth, but… His identity remains unknown.

Mika: He gave a quick greetin’ while we were in the guest room in Oshi-san’s house, but he went quiet after that.

Kuro: Ya said he was speakin’ to ya through a doll that looked just like Mademoiselle…

We dunno where the doll came from, but ya think he installed some communication device in there?

Shu: That seems to be the case. Although I have not checked its contents, I do not wish to take apart such a beautiful doll.

If it comes down to it, we may need to ask someone mechanically-inclined to conduct a scientific analysis… But, we are not in a dire enough situation for that yet..

Kuro: Well, right now this all feels like some big joke. This whole thing, includin’ Raffaello, feels like a setup by Grandpa..

Shu: And so if it is, it would be foolish to contact the police about it in earnest..

Making a big deal out of it would be tasteless, as it would publicize and bring shame to the family.

Goodness gracious. It’s a hundred times better than having really passed away, but this Grandfather of ours sure is in trouble too!.

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Seven Bridges - Love and Peace?: Chapter 6

Location: Yumenosaki Garden Terrace Characters: Adonis, Arashi, Mika & Hitsugi

Arashi: …Oh. I was just scolding Mika-chan a while ago but look at me chatting away now. Learn wisdom by the follies of others.

Mika: It’s fine. It’s originally me and Anzu-chan’s job – I appreciate you wantin’ to help ♪

Look, Anzu-chan’s also smilin’ and noddin’ her head.

Arashi: Well, aren’t you two getting along splendidly? I have a feeling things were pretty tense between you guys at this time last year.

Mika: Ngh~ I didn’t really know Anzu-chan back then. I also had a lotta stuff goin’ on and was pretty insecure.

But now, I know that she’s someone nice.

Adonis: Yeah. You two are good-natured and admirable. You guys are taking the initiative to take on the school cleaning job even though the pay isn’t great.

I’d like to follow in your footsteps but I’m not skilled. Even if I tried to clean, I might end up making things messier instead.

So I’d like to help by doing the labouring tasks such as carrying the rubbish. Bring them to me once you’ve collected a good amount – I’ll take them all to the rubbish disposal area.

Arashi: Adonis-chan, you’re the one who has the least to do with this, but you’re the most motivated. I knew you were that kind of person but… you’re truly the definition of someone good-natured.

Mika: Yeah. I was kinda scared to approach you since you look scary, Otogari-kun, but it seems I was mistaken. You’re Naru-chan’s friend, after all – You’ve gotta be someone nice.

Arashi: We’re not really friends. Just members of the same club.

Adonis: Yeah. I think that’s a fair assessment. Although, it is a bit sad to hear.

Mika: Ahaha. You guys look like friends to me. Naru-chan doesn’t really like getting close to others.

Arashi: My! I love Mika-chan and Anzu-chan though!

Adonis: I see. I’ll work hard so that I’ll also be loved the same amount.

Arashi: …I think my words were pretty cruel but that doesn’t faze you, huh, Adonis-chan.

I kinda don’t like that part of you, you know~? ♪

Adonis: I see. Then I’ll work hard to improve on that.

Mika: Ahaha. You guys are so in sync! Looks to me like you guys get along just fine…♪

Anyway, let’s hurry and finish up. We’re all members of powerhouse units, so we’re all busy.

I’ll split my earnings and give you two the amount you two helped with, of course.

Arashi: Oh, don’t worry about that. I’m just lending a hand so you don’t have to push yourself and collapse. I don’t need the money.

Adonis: I also don’t need it. If I can take this opportunity to get to know everyone better, then that in itself is my reward.

Mika: Okay, I hope we’ll continue to get along in the future. Both in private and for work ♪

Adonis: Right. We haven’t had many opportunities to work together, but I’d be happy if we could use this chance to stand on the same stage and perform together someday.

Arashi: Oh my, a “Knights”, “UNDEAD” and “Valkyrie” concert? It would make headlines everywhere if that really happens someday ♪

And, of course, you’ll be our producer for it, won’t you, Anzu-chan? ♪

Mika: Ahaha, it really makes you dream–

NGHAAAAAHHHHHH!?

Arashi: What’s wrong, Mika-chan!?

Mika: N-N-N-Naru-chan! Look, look at that!

Arashi: Look at what…?

Adonis: Hm. Am I seeing things? I seem to be seeing a pair of legs growing from the ground.

I’ll ask just to be safe but that’s not a special sort of vegetable grown in this country, right?

Arashi: Of course not! Gosh, that’s a pair of human legs, isn’t it?

What? Did someone abandon a corpse here? Or is it Ritsu-chan showing off a new sleeping position? He can sleep everywhere, after all.

Mika: I-Is it a mannequin? Someone wanted to prank us and buried it in the ground…

Adonis: No, the legs twitched. Those belong to a living human.

Kagehira or Narukami, could one of you go get a shovel from the P.E. storage room? Anzu, I’d like you to go to the infirmary and call for Sagami-sensei.

Arashi: Sagami-sensei ditches his duties the moment he has a spare minute, so it’s highly possible he’s not in the infirmary. Geez, it really makes you wonder what good Kunugi-sensei sees in him.

Adonis: I hope you can get going instead of standing here muttering. I’ll try digging with my hands until the shovel arrives.

Mika: O-Okay. You sure are calm, Otogari-kun.

Adonis: I was raised in a country where I had no choice but to assume that anyone around me could lose their life at any minute.

Mika: …………

Adonis: Anyway, better to move your legs than your mouth in a situation like this. I’ll start too.

I’ll dig now. I don’t know who it is but they’re still alive.

If they’re alive, I want to save them. I’ll protect them.

…… …… …… ……Alright, their face is out. I’ll make sure they can breathe properly.

 ???: “Mmm…”

Adonis: Thank goodness. Are you awake?

???: “Yeah. I’m fine.”

Adonis: Why were you buried here?

No, I apologise. You shouldn’t try to speak right away – I’ll get your whole body out now.

???: “Look.”

Adonis: Hm? Don’t speak. You shouldn’t waste your energy. Focus on breathing.

???: “Look, you’re gonna regret saving me one day.”

Adonis: ………?

???: “But I’ll still thank you for it.”

Adonis: ? You’re welcome…?

???: “Burying myself in the ground ended in failure. I couldn’t breathe and could hear my brain cells breaking apart.”

“Ahh, I’m losing bits of myself again.”

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