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 Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 8:27 pm
Just a dot.
That was what Nezumi saw as his dining partner looked up at him. It was beyond his control to prevent himself from thinking if that dot of honey mustard dressing would suit the flavor of that man's mouth as well as it suited the flavor of his salad.
Gazing back at Hiroki, the mousy manager couldn't help but lick his own lips, almost as if signaling that he saw something on the lips of the other man.
Hiroki's comment about his nose drew Nezumi's attention, and he didn't comment on the stray speck. Instead, he found himself thinking he had to remember to change those dressings again when they returned to his boss' home.
"I'm quite relaxed, sir. My apologies if I've seemed uncomfortable. I will say, though, that I don't find you scary. Not in the least. My nerves...well, I cannot explain myself sometimes, I'm afraid." he left it at that. It would be impossible for him to explain that his clumsy fretfulness could be attributed to his childish crush...and the genuine fondness he was beginning to feel for the man he was getting to know.
Picking up a tomato, the mouse pressed the small fruit between his lips and bit, enjoying the wet pop inside his mouth as he did so.
"It really is the perfect place, though, I must agree. So quaint and close, a genuine feel with an intimate atmosphere, home style food. It's ideal for having a quiet meal...just you and me." the mouse smiled. He didn't realize it, but as he spoke he had put his elbows on the table and leaned in close, his long eyelashes batting in Hiroki's direction. Body language was a great indicator of many things, and Nezumi's was sending all kinds of signals without him even knowing it.
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 8:41 pm
Do you know what you got into
Can you handle what I’m ’bout to do------------------------------------------------}:-  SHOU
No escaping when I start .traeh ruoy nwo I ni m'I ecnO
Beautiful Dreamer
"Mm...then lets just drink instead. My feet feel good right here." Admittedly, Shou was always so busy that sometimes he didn't think about how to slow down. However, in such a place with no reason to keep up the act, he was actually starting to feel the slow motion effect of being...lazy.
But then his brow furrowed, "Ah, mmm....maybe we should look for him. I'd feel horrible if something were to happen to him on a vacation I brought him on. I know how much he needs some good experiences after all you said he had been through, Narcissus-san." He started scanning the crowds and considered getting when the drinks arrived.
He picked up his drink about to take a quick sip before going into Super Star Search Mode....but then Narcissus spoke up and Shou's eyes followed as he stood. "Seriously?!" He tilted his head and...stared for a moment just listening. His ears took in the notes and his own face held quite bit of confusion.
"He isn't you or I and....he's a manager...when did he learn to do that? " The idea of a manager that actually had a musical ear confounded the Star. Well, yes a manager had to have some music business talent but...he never equated that with any actual understanding of notes and sound. "And he never told you? Why didn't he tell you of all people?"
Shou smiled tried to hide that unsettled feeling. The manager might actually have had a deeper understanding of their works than he realized. But the guy never showed it when they were working on the DVD. Would he have seen the talent had Narcissus not been there? Maybe that's why the manager was...confident he'd be able to make the cuts with him when Narcissus had said he wouldn't be able to attend. And maybe Narcissus was the reason why that talent remained...hidden until now? Mmm...Shou wanted to question the man up on that stage because now he was itching with curiosity.
"Mm...what do you think...of his voice, Jun?" he had to ask his lover because any other insight might be useful. It was also to keep Jun from dwelling on whatever he was hiding. Shou knew there was something going on in the man's head but he had no idea what it was. And this place certainly wasn't the right one to ask in.
-:{------------------------------------------------Cause it’s about to get rough for you
I’m here For Your Entertainment
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 9:00 pm
What wouldn't I do for King and Country...
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:-  Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
Doing what one does best...??
Maybe he caught the signal, because he eventually licked his own lips, then patted them with a napkin. "The salad was really good." He said as he pushed aside the plate and plucked out a mussel from its shell with a small fork.
"Well, that's good to hear. But you know you do need to be more careful. Or you might fall and end up hurting your cute little nose like I hurt mine. Well...Ok, I didn't hurt it myself but you know what I mean." He chewed on the mussel and savored its delicate flavor. "Mmm..Oishii."
The signals were obvious to Hiroki but he wouldn't rush things. It would be silly to suddenly jump on an opportunity without learning more first. Although he could tease...
So he let his shoe just brush against Nezumi's and then sit there for a moment side by side. Taking a sip of his milk tea, he carefully acted as if nothing was too noticeable but he did enjoy the mousy view. "So what are you're plans for the holidays? Christmas is coming up and everyone will at least have a few days off unless they are involved in one of the Christmas Concerts."
Yes, there were many Xmas concerts in Japan. Some of the biggest stars came out on the holy night to sing carols to the fans on TV or to display some of the grandest shows. This year Ohayou had a few stars showing but Narcissus was not expected to do one this year. Not in his condition. Although, he knew that there had been many requests for a repeat of Shou and Narcissus' performance at the Charity Event for the Xmas broadcast at NHK. It was a late request but really, Koyasu-kun couldn't even remember a note of those lyrics. It was frustrating.
But his mind flicked back to the restaurant and he winked at Nezumi, "Mm...perfect food..and a very fine companion for the evening. And the night is still young. We've shopping after this."
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
...Where you Lead - that is the Path I Follow.
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 9:11 pm
I can no longer return to those days free of bloodshed
These deep scars rooted within me will not disappear...
 While he hadn't been listening to any of the music in particular, when it was brought to his attention, Jun pinpointed the singing immediately and smiled a bittersweet smile. "I'll say...it isn't often than a manager will have a voice as pretty as that...but I think the beauty is less technical and more emotional. No offense, Narcissus-san, but I've never heard the song sung with quite as much feeling." Hearing it was pushing Hayato deeper into his funk, however, rather than helping to bring him through it. He was beginning to feel smothered in his own emotions. "I think you should praise him on such a fine performance." he muttered, slamming back the rest of his whiskey. Frankly, he'd rather not think on it any longer, nor on anything else that didn't involve drink, dance, or pleasure. Hide it, Hide it
Hide me...
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 9:29 pm
Cheeks blushing faintly, a sparkle came to Nezumi's eye when he heard that one little line.
"So...you mean to tell me you find my nose cute, then?" he smirked, feeling somewhat...playful.
"I've had many descriptives used in regard to both my person and my personality, but cute has never been one of them in any regard. Tell me...is there anything else on me you would describe as cute? I'm merely curious..."
Yes, the mouse felt that shoe pressed slightly up against his. While he couldn't presume it to be deliberate, it did give him a thrill. Surely by such small signs it meant Hiroki held some sort of interest in him! Though the manager still thought it better to continue with a delicate game of chess rather than make bold assumptions or moves he might regret.
"I've no plans for the holidays." Nezumi said as he nibbled on cheese. His mother would be traveling, as she had been off and on since she had retired. There was no one to spend those days with. He had grown used to that, however, and it didn't bother him at all.
"I do look forward to shopping with you. It's wonderful being in such good company."
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 9:33 pm
"His voice isn't trained." Akihiko shot back at Hayato.
But his blue eyes didn't leave the figure of the man up on stage.
'He's singing my song... and this... this moron thinks it's better than me!' Narcissus was thinking.
Jealous...
Yes, he was very jealous in that moment.
Mainly because even to his own ear, he could hear the potential in Izzy's voice. He was really taking Narcissus' own song... and turning into something else.
Something... better?
'Impossible! I'll not be shown up by my own ******** manager!'
Downing the new glass in record time, Akihiko slammed it down onto the table and smirked. "Well... Shou-san, I think karaoke's definitely in order now. Hayato-san can drink, you can drink, hell I can drink... and we can all sing to our hearts content while we do it."
Without waiting for the other two men, Narcissus began to wade through the sea of pressed bodies, making his way over to the karaoke portion of the club.
He stood at the edge of the stage, watching Izzy finish his song, with a somewhat amused smirk on his face.
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 9:50 pm
What a shock, it was so surprising,
You looked so small and frail------------------------------------------------}:-  Izzy Lucky
At times life can be so enlightening .uoy no nrut nac ti tuB
Each word had flowed through him with intensity the feelings of the woman..his own grief, everything that the had been lost....forever. It gripped the audience as the heavy song tore through their souls.
When Izzy had finished he felt a little light headed from the emotions that had welled up and out of him. His hands went to his face to wipe away the moist feeling upon his cheeks. The human action released the crowd and he could hear the crowd around him the clapping vibrated through his thin skin.
But then he opened his eyes and could see only one man, those blue eyes staring up at him. But it wasn't the man he wished for...No this was Narcissus.
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"Alright but I thought we were going to just....drin...." But then Narcissus strode off and Shou raced to follow. He could tell that the man was angry. This wasn't the place for that! But why was Narcissus angry at his manger? For not telling him about his ability to sing?!
Shou usually wouldn't get involved but after a performance like that, he felt it in his nature to make sure that Narcissus didn't do something harmful. It was obvious to Shou after thinking about it that Lucky-san might have been using personal feelings to bring that song to life. Shou was sort of piecing things together. Lucky-san's comment earlier...and his staying away from them. Something had to have happened between Narcissus and Lucky-san.
It took him a little longer though to push through the crowd than Narcissus because more people had pressed in to hear the performance.
-:{------------------------------------------------I didn't know what to do
I grabbed the tiger by the tail!
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 9:55 pm
That smirk remained plastered on Akihiko's face as he clapped. But there was something in the way he clapped...
Something slightly malicious...
"Hiding your talents from your star?" he asked as Izzy came down from the stage.
Putting a hand on the man's shoulder, Narcissus' voice dropped an octave. "Using my songs, hmm? I hope you had fun... tell me... you wouldn't have chosen that song for any particular reason... would you?" he questioned, keeping that single hand on the megane-clad man's shoulder.
Carefully, Akihiko steered Izzy away from the crowd. "Funny thing really... you're actually good. At singing, that is. Yet a small word of advice, Ruki..." oh yes, he was using THAT name. "You shouldn't try to outdo your stars... especially when they're in the same room. It might have been a bit of a better move to pick something of Nakai or Chiyou's... don't you think?"
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 10:31 pm
What a shock, it was so surprising,
You looked so small and frail------------------------------------------------}:- Izzy Lucky
At times life can be so enlightening .uoy no nrut nac ti tuB
"What do you mean?" he dared to return becoming defensive and very aware of the man's mood. Oh he knew Narcissus from so many years of watching him at a distance...and from working with him the first time. But this time, he felt the malice in the words.
He started to worry as he was pulled away form the crowd. It wasn't that Izzy felt like he had hidden anything but maybe Narcissus just never listened or cared. Probably both. But right now he had other things to be concerned about. "I picked...one of the few they had that was yours. So why would it have any special significance? I've had to become knowledgeable of your works since you're my star. It's part of my job." He'd blanket the truth with work. Everything could be explained by work....
The fear was building and his heart started to pound. He really didn't want to have a confrontation with Narcissus here. So when Narcissus used his name...he shuddered for a moment and closed his eyes. Why did he feel so...willing to..want to..to.. No! He shoved off the feeling with all his managerial might. "No." he said one word.
Then he turned and pushed Narcissus' hand off his shoulder, "I didn't choose Nakai's or Chiyou's because they were not available. They aren't as famous as you so they Aren't going to be here." His eyes became cold and controlled covering his heart wrenching fear, "As for out doing you...if you think I did, then I'm happy for it! And you know what I'm not even going to explain it to you because you wouldn't even understand the reason why!"
He backed off shaking...the emotions hadn't ebbed they had only intensified.
-:{------------------------------------------------I didn't know what to do
I grabbed the tiger by the tail!
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 10:45 pm
Reaching out, Akihiko's hand grasped tightly around Izzy's wrist. "Try me..." the musician hissed in a low ton, one that demanded his manager comply with the order.
"You talked of me continuing my music. Of pushing forward and focusing enough to finally write something down. Then you go and best me at my own ******** song?" Narcissus asked, obviously angry, though it would have been impossible to tell just by observing him. "What sort of confidence in my own talents do you think that inspires?"
Releasing Izzy, the young Koyasu turned slightly and, for a split second, considered getting up on that stage and singing his heart out.
But he couldn't...
He was... frightened?
Could that even be the right feeling?
Frightened of failing... of forgetting lyrics that he himself wrote and should have been immortalized in his memory for all eternity... frightened of destroying what little self confidence he had left.
Glancing back at Izzy, Narcissus frowned at him. "It's not worth it." he spoke.
A simple sentence.
But one with so many possible meanings.
Let the manager stew over what he meant, see if he cared! He could have been referring to trying to show Izzy up... could have referred to his own anger and jealousy... hell, it even could have referred to the manager himself!
Akihiko left the club, standing outside in the warm night air. He pulled a pack of cigarettes from his pocket and tapped one out, putting it between his lips and lighting the end.
One long pull... an exhaled breath... something... anything... to calm him down...
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2011 11:05 pm
What a shock, it was so surprising,
You looked so small and frail------------------------------------------------}:- Izzy Lucky
At times life can be so enlightening .uoy no nrut nac ti tuB
"Because....I...." But Narcissus continued on before he could even speak further. Each word frustrated Izzy because he wanted to reach through that mask and tell Akihiko everything, however, Narcissus was a wall now; one he couldn't pierce with any word. Now he felt a pang of guilt for singing so well...but how could he express those thoughts with any less emotion. It would have only cheapened them.
"I want you to continue your music! You're...music always...inspired me..." he said desperately as guilt started to consume him.
But then the last words stoned him. Leaving him barely standing and his heart almost frozen; fingers shaking at the tips. It hurt..so deeply. He knew he had hurt Narcissus....and he knew Narcissus was struggling because he didn't remember all his songs. Why did he even open his mouth...he should have known better.
Although, when he thought further, those words could have been directed at him and maybe...he wasn't worth it. Maybe he shouldn't be working with Narcissus. If he couldn't separate the man he had loved from this man....
He wanted to run after Narcissus as he left but felt like his feet were nailed to the ground. The cold floor...he could feel it through his shoes. He was so cold. So much distance between them now. He couldn't see his Akihiko any more.
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It was then he felt hands on his shoulder; stronger hands. If only...but it wasn't. "Lucky-san, Dajoubu?" said Shou softly.
"Iie..." Izzy barely whispered as he stood there.
Shou sighed slowly knowing he was too late to save this.
-:{------------------------------------------------I didn't know what to do
I grabbed the tiger by the tail!
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Posted: Tue May 10, 2011 9:17 am
Sipping his coffee, Naoko could only smile in amusement at his lover's antics.
Ryu was a mouth full of breakfast was just... cute.
Somehow...
"Finish chewing first. You don't want to hop out of the car and some random photographer snap a picture with your mouth full, do you?" the blond asked, draining the last drops from his cup.
"Oh, I know where it's been most recently... making your smoothie." Nakai teased with a disarmingly charming smile. "But... I guess I like being your light in the darkness. No one's ever really needed me for anything like that before so... it'll just take some getting used to."
After all, usually people just needed him for a fun time.
"So," the blond continued, sipping on his beverage once more. "Did you sleepy okay? No.... bad dreams or anything?"
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Posted: Tue May 10, 2011 10:45 am
What wouldn't I do for King and Country...
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
Doing what one does best...??
"Well, yes, you have a cute nose." he grinned back then let his jaw slack realizing that the tightening of his lips made his nose move to much. "What? Really? Well other things....Mmmm....." he looked at the man a little more and then chuckled.
"Your eyes I think." he smiled but then said, You know, you're being cute by just asking me that. Or maybe I shouldn't be saying cute but mischievous. That might fit better." He took a piece of cheese and nibbled on the slice for a moment. "Mmm...I could never think of myself cute though in my line of work. Or I'd never be able to face some of my employees of a day."
By the time he was about to open his mouth again the main course had arrived and was placed before them. "Ooh...it looks delicious. Now for the really treat, Nezumi-san" he said before his lips sucked in the first creamy bite.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
...Where you Lead - that is the Path I Follow.
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Posted: Tue May 10, 2011 4:04 pm
 ~( Lonely ) Mayotta nara~
~( Try again ) Nando datte~
~Yarinaosu koto dekiru kara~
Rolling his eyes with a chuckle, the vocalist chewed...and chewed....and chewed for what seemed like forever before he was able to swallow down the huge mouthful he had bitten off. "There, better?" he grinned, a small piece of bread hanging out between his two front teeth. "I'm not really worried about anyone getting a silly looking picture of me. All my fans know me well enough to know how silly I can be sometimes. They'd like it.That or they'd not really care either way." ~( I’m here )~ Soba ni iru wa~
~( Believe me ) Osorenai de~
~Shinjiau koto....~
~FOR YOU~
kawaita tsumori ame ga tsuzunaku katari kakeru namida wa seijaku ni...samayou yoru ga akeru"You know...you have one of the most handsome smiles I've ever seen. When you do that...what you just did there...it makes me feel all tingly inside." Chiyou ran his finger along the rim of his glass, dipped it into the frozen fruit drink, then licked it as he gazed down at the smoothie. "It looks kind of grey...the smoothie, I mean. Like I'm looking at it through a sheet or something. Yumi over there is like a small shadow bouncing around. You look like you have a spotlight over you. Yeah, I know putting up with me is going to take a lot of getting used to...but I'm glad you're trying. I'd hate to loose the only light I've got." His words were melancholy yet hopeful. Yes, he knew he may not be with the guitarist forever...but he didn't want to face that idea even for a second. "I slept fine, I think. I don't really remember any bad dreams. I was just....a little off kilter when I woke up and you weren't holding me. You know I need my snuggles!" the kid giggled. "Did you sleep any at all?" karada o tsutau ame ni furueru awai omoi guren no yuuwaku ni...samayou yoru ga akeru
"My eyes? Really? I've always thought they looked too small. Perhaps it's just my glasses..." Nezumi bit his lip in an almost flirtatious manner as he gazed across the table. A buzzing wave of tension made it's way up and down the manager's spine, and it felt amazing. It felt like an electric spark in the air was coursing into him.
"Mischievous? Really? Heh." the mouse heard himself laugh, and it almost startled him. He didn't laugh like that...ever. A musical, cute laugh. Absolutely genuine.
"Well, you certainly aren't cute, Hiroki-san. Not at all. What you are is...is..." the word seemed caught in his throat, like he was afraid of what would happen if he said it. Heart racing a mile a minute, the manager felt for a moment like he might just float away or pass out. He just wanted to tell Hiroki how...damn handsome he was.
Luckily, the food arrived just before Nezumi could get himself worked up enough to actually faint.
"Ah....yes. It smells so delicious!" he declared, not sure if he was happy to have the subject interrupted or not.
Lifting his fork, he took a bite and moaned.
"This...now this is the best ravioli dish I've ever tasted!"
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Posted: Tue May 10, 2011 4:19 pm
I can no longer return to those days free of bloodshed
These deep scars rooted within me will not disappear...
While Jun didn't know what had been said, he had been able to see that it hadn't been pleasant as he made his way through the crowd with Shou. Frankly, it had caught him off guard. He had the impression that Narcissus was extremely fond of his manager...but what he saw just then spoke a very different story to him. Frankly, it stung. It reminded him of the way he used to talk to Naoko...right before he started getting really cruel with the poor pianist. Silently, he stood by Shou and Izzy, not sure how he should feel or what he should say or do. It was awkward...reminded him too much of his own demons. Izzy Lucky...reminded him too much of his own cruel behavior. What scared him most of all, though, was that a part of him wanted to laugh....to take pleasure in seeing the manager's pain. "s**t....I'm....I'm going to go talk to Narcissus..." Hayato muttered before just walking off. Outside of the club, Jun found Narcissus right away, standing there smoking. "You ok?" he asked, hesitantly, as he approached the vocalist. Hide it, Hide it
Hide me...
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