Thursday, 31 May 2012

A stage of our own: Truly a stage of our own Part1: The Last Hurdle


This is another long post. And as usual I give a small intro for you to complain about, lol. Well this is the first half of the last half of this fic! I'll take this space here to thank all of you who take the time and read this, thank you very much for yours support. This last half or segment of this fic goes with a special dedication. When the last part is published reveal for whom this dedication goes to, but you know who you are-annoying critic, yuri lover, 2 special reader- So with out further ado here it is  "Truly a stage of our own: The Last Hurdle".

When Kashiwagi woke up she found herself in Maeda’s bed and embrace; a warm sensation ran through her body from the tip of her toes to the last string of her hair. She waited until Maeda moved to release herself gently then took a deep breath; she quickly undressed herself and hit the shower, as the warm water slowly touched her body, Kashiwagi held herself while taking a deep sigh. She couldn’t believe she actually slept with Maeda, not only she kissed her but actually went as far as sleeping with her in the same bed. With Oshima’s situation being solved she could selfishly enjoy doing such things with Maeda. All obstacles were cleared on Maeda’s side, but Kashiwagi still had to pass through one last major hurdle, how to tell Watanabe she was involved with Maeda? Kashiwagi knew that just telling her was just calling for disaster to happen. Even though both were really close, Watanabe had monopolized almost entirely all of Kashiwagi’s relationships. After the shuffle there was no other person that could get in Watanabe’s way; Katayama, Oota and Sashihara whom she deemed to be the influences that kept Kashiwagi away from being “Watanabe owned” were banished from being mayor power brokers. How would she react to the fact that there was someone else in Kashiwagi’s live, a person with whom Kashiwagi shared a common feeling? This bothered her little, the sense of joy and the warmth she experimented the prior night with Maeda made all those worries seem further than they really were, she was happy.

She closed the faucet and exited the shower with her usual confidence to find that Maeda was still sleeping, her face showed an expression of joy and excitement. Kashiwagi wondered if she was dreaming, if so, was it with her? She decided to get dressed and then wake sleeping beauty from her slumber. After getting dressed, she walked up to Maeda’s bed as the latter turned. She removed Maeda’s sheets and then placed her hand at Maeda’s shoulders. Maeda immediately woke up and raised her upper body, in the hasty motion she bumped Kashiwagi. Because of the bump Maeda opened her eyes wide but didn’t wipe the smile on her face. Kashiwagi on the other hand was still trying to release herself from the “early greeting bump’ she received, even though she wanted to complain Maeda’s smile as usual made her smile. Both broke in laughter after a few seconds, Maeda winked and giggled at Kashiwagi before directing to the shower. In the privacy of the shower room Maeda let herself loose, showing her uncontainable excitement. She gazed at her nude body in the mirror whilst smiling; normally Maeda felt a bit uncomfortable with her small breasts when she was around the bustier members that use to tease her until one day when Kashiwagi whispered while smiling as usual in her ear “I think you are perfect…Acchan”. That gesture caused Maeda to completely fall in love with Kashiwagi. She took her shower quickly to catch up and get to the breakfast hall with Kashiwagi, whom for Maeda’s enjoyment was elegantly sitting on her bed waiting, Maeda then dressed quickly for them to leave.

Kashiwagi and Maeda left their room and directed to the breakfast hall at a high pace. Their appetite was worked up after they woke up in such high spirits. They wanted to arrive earlier than the rest of the troop so they could alone-just the two of them-for the first time since they became a couple. As they walked they found Oshima waiting for them, she seemed rather down. The usual cheery and playful Oshima wasn’t the one in front of them; her eyes looked like she had just cried a torrent, Oshima bowed out of the blue to the startled pair. She swabbed the tears out of eyes and then smiled and bowed again.
Kashiwagi was confused and vexed by Oshima’s abrupt reactions, she had to request an answer from her to why she was in this dreadful shape. Maeda was also concerned with Oshima’s conduct but couldn’t bring herself to ask; she held Kashiwagi’s hand tighter transmitting her apprehension to the latter, finally Kashiwagi brought herself and made asked.
Kashiwagi: What’s wrong Yuko?
Oshima: [sighs]…I…I wanted to properly apologize to both Acchan and you; I’m really sorry.
Maeda: [high tone, vexed and hesitant] Why are you apologizing Yuko? You’ve done nothing wrong…I…if I was in your position I doubt…I would’ve been as brave as you!
Kashiwagi: [holds Maeda’s hand tight] I agree with Acchan; you’ve done nothing wrong, Yuko there is no reason for you to apologize.
Oshima: [smiles and closes her eyes for a moment] Thank you both, yet I still haven’t given up on you, Yukirin! I thought I could let go of this feelings…but it pains me to say, that I cannot. Acchan, it’s you who Yukirin is in love with not me, yet again I find myself even more in love with her…
Kashiwagi: Yuko…
Maeda: [smiles and takes a deep breath] Yuko, I know that it’s not easy for you…I really appreciate the effort you’re making for Yukiriso. The truth is that I won’t give Yukiriso to anyone, I promised myself and I promise you, that I’ll give only happiness to her.
Oshima: [gazes at Kashiwagi and smiles] I won’t concede these feelings of mine Acchan. I’ll watch over you and Yukirin, but if you ever make Yukirin shed even just one tear I won’t forgive you. I promised Yukirin to be always for her, as a friend, but I might not be able to fulfill that promise with this heart of mine; Just one tear, Acchan, I’ll take Yukirin away from you, I won’t forgive you…

Kashiwagi held her hand on her heart as she listened to the vows that Oshima and Maeda made. Something deep inside Kashiwagi was shaken by their earnest feelings; the ladies then warmly cuddled and headed for the breakfast hall. Unknown to the latter trio, a passerby heard the entire conversation which will cause of series of trials for the Kashiwagi-Maeda twosome. Oshima, Maeda and Kashiwagi arrived earlier than the rest to the hotel’s eatery; all tables were free so they chose the one they liked the most. The three sat in a table that was in front of a window with an outlook of the main garden and waited for the others to arrive. A few moments after they arrived, Watanabe Mayu entered the eatery hall and searched for a table, she avoided any contact with Kashiwagi’s circle. Watanabe wasn’t visible upset but she seemed somewhat distant; Shinoda, Kojima and Itano arrived next, they sat near Kashiwagi, Maeda and Oshima, the latter trio seemed to be in high spirits though Oshima couldn’t hold herself and as usual tried to monopolize Kashiwagi in what some could consider a provocation. Maeda tried her best to keep her cool, they were still not sure if it was a good idea to tell the rest of the gang about their lovey-dovey relationship; though it seemed more of a love triangle-hard to notice Oshima is actually trying to help consolidate the Maeda/Kashiwagi couple-to the amusement of their close friends and top echelons of the senbatsu.

After a few laughs, Kashiwagi felt a chill on her spine, something was not right. Watanabe was controlling herself really well though she couldn’t stand the sight of Kashiwagi and Maeda together after she overheard their conversation with Oshima. Watanabe had no real issue with Kashiwagi having some other close friends, she couldn’t tolerate the idea of her dear “mother” having a love affair with someone without her approval and the jealous, possessive nature of Watanabe in regards to Kashiwagi was finally going to show itself. She ate quickly and returned to her room while she waited for the time of the departure for the rehearsal at the official venue for the concert. She knew Kashiwagi was going to be late because she was finishing her PB with Maeda and Oshima as well as starting her individual ones with each of the latter. This made Watanabe angry for she felt that Maeda and Oshima would probably team up and take Kashiwagi away from her, making her a secondary person in Kashiwagi’s life. “No one can take Yukirin away from, I’m the only one Yukirin can be with” were the thoughts running around Watanabe’s mind. She took a bath to try cool herself but every time she thought about Maeda her blood boiled intensely; Maeda and Kashiwagi still unaware of the troublesome situation Watanabe was planning to them trough, directed back to their room and prepared their bags for the shoot. They were scheduled to spend all morning at the beach until noon, then a small stop in town for the gals to relax themselves and then they would be returning to the rehearsal venue for the afternoon practice, Shinoda was also going to be accompanying them since she had also to shoot her PB. By mutual accord the three convinced the staff to let them shoot several joint photos to be placed in their PB’s.

Around half an hour later two buses arrived at the front of the hotel’s lobby, one was for the rehearsal venue and the other to take Oshima, Kashiwagi, Maeda and Shinoda to their location for the shooting. When Watanabe crossed by Maeda she gave her an intense glare full of distrust and malice; Kashiwagi and Oshima arrived accompanied by Shinoda and didn’t noticed Watanabe’s hyped state of emotion. Maeda took a deep breath and decided to just ignore Watanabe’s strange and intense gaze. Before they climbed to the buses, Togasaki gave an announcement “The rehearsal will be held in 3 stages: 1) Teams 2)Senbatsu 3)Sub-units, also 2 more mayor announcements will be given after the rehearsal”. The gals that were shooting their PB’s left before so they could fit all their activities programmed for the day. Surprisingly Akimoto decided to accompany the PB group for this day’s activities; Togasaki had talked to Akimoto about the rifts between Oshima and Maeda, also about Kashiwagi’s possible involvement in the issue, he also told Akimoto that the girls seemed at peace now. He wanted Akimoto to talk to them for they seemed to avoid him in that regard. He’s the general produce so part of Akimoto’s job is to watch for the welfare of the members, and this weren’t ordinary members but the TOP 3 members according to the sousenkyo standings. During the journey to the location the girls seemed pretty normal, perhaps Shinoda’s presence wouldn’t help him get the talk with Oshima, Maeda and Kashiwagi as wanted.

He noticed that Kashiwagi started starring at Oshima and Maeda, to which they both nodded in an affirmative fashion to Kashiwagi’s stare. Something was about to happen, maybe Shinoda’s presence wasn’t keeping them quiet but they were meditating what to. Maeda took out her phone and dialed Takahashi’s number-Akimoto was starting to worry about what has happening amongst the ladies-and placed her phone on loud-speaker, Takahashi on the other bus quickly rallied Katayama and Sashihara to listen to the call. Watanabe was unsuspecting that this was a call related to the “issue” she had to resolve. When all the concerned parties were rallied, Kashiwagi finally spoke this hard topic, if Akimoto was strict they would be forced to graduate for a contractual bridge but if he understood he could be their best ally.
Kashiwagi: [coughs and takes a deep breath] Akimoto-sensei, there is something I…I mean we want to discuss with you. Maririn is also finding this out until now, but it’s something we can’t keep hidden forever.
Shinoda: ….
Takahashi: [through the phone’s loud-speaker] …Are both of you sure about doing this now? I know you would’ve to tell Akimoto-sensei sooner or later but, are you really sure that this is the time to tell him?
Katayama: [sighs, talks via loud-speaker] Yukirin…Acchan, I’ll hand it to you, you’re really brave…Yuko also! I know this is a bit hard for her too.
Akimoto: [takes off his lens and cleans them] I’ve been told by Togasaki that there was a period of brief discord amongst you but that now its fixed, he still wanted me to talk to you, so I’m all ears.
Maeda: [sighs and holds her chest, stares nervously at Kashiwagi]…Yukiriso…
Takahashi: [deep breath, static]…Should I tell him better?
Oshima: No…It should be Acchan and Yukirin who speak! Yukirin, remember I’ll always be next to you…Acchan…too.
Akimoto: [puts his lens back on]…
Kashiwagi: [deep sigh and deep breath]…The truth Yasusu-sensei, is that…Acchan and I…Acchan and I are…Acchan and I are in love; there I’ve finally said it! I know its policy for idols not be in relationships, but I just can’t find myself without Acchan…I love her and I think she loves me…[bows] Please, if there is someone who’s going to be punished, don’t punish Acchan, I’ll take the blame!
Maeda: [teary, holds Kashiwagi’s hands]…Yukiriso…In any case if someone is to be punished it should be me…I’m the one to blame…I got you in this position...[hugs Kashiwagi]

After Kashiwagi’s remarks and Maeda’s reply the small vehicle plunged in a thunderous applause. Obviously Oshima had applauded but they didn’t expect that Akimoto and Shinoda would also; such an unexpected event was deeply welcome by the duo. Shinoda placed her hands on top of Kashiwagi and Maeda’s shoulders in a signal of support, when the gals turned she smiled looking at them and Akimoto. Oshima felt that this was the end of road but upon looking at Kashiwagi’s smile, her resolve came back. If she couldn’t be with her she will always stay by her. Akimoto smiled and then a deadly silence engulfed the vehicle; judgment had finally arrived, was their endearment a profound violation of the cardinal rule “Tough shall not date” of the idols? Was their relationship a forbidden love, a sacrifice in order to reach their goals? With every second that passed their heart beats sounded louder and louder, the tense atmosphere could kill them any moment. On the phone Katayama, Takahashi and Sashihara were equally anxious to know what Akimoto’s ruling towards their dear friends was going to be. Watanabe couldn’t help but noticed the entanglement the ladies were in around Takahashi’s phone but just a glimpse of Takahashi gave an immediate Maeda feeling to her, the conversation was definitely a Maeda conversation. Watanabe couldn’t let herself be the villain; she couldn’t be the one that separated them, certainly there were other ways to split them; that wasn’t enough, she had to make sure Kashiwagi and Maeda never faced each other again. Her plan was decided, once Akimoto returned she would place a complain to Togasaki and Akimoto about an improper relationship amongst the top ranks of the senbatsu, all this while Akimoto was already making his mind about that “issue”, Togasaki was likely to sustain and support Akimoto’s decision.

The bus swiftly stopped, they had finally reached their destination where the staff had already set the gears. Akimoto got up and climbed down form the bus, all eyes were on him. He took a deep breath and smiled again, making the gals even more nervous and anxious a couple of minutes prior the other group had arrived at he concert venues, but Katayama, Takahashi and Sashihara were still listening to what happened in the distant locale. Kashiwagi’s eyes opened bigger when she grasped a slight smile form Akimoto, the gals held their hands tight together. The tension was at its highest when…
Akimoto: [applauds and smiles] I admire the courage both of you have shown today, that’s essential for an idol or any other entertainer…I’ll let you choose the consequences of your own confession.
Maeda: How?
Kashiwagi: ….
Shinoda: Yuko and I will support you, right Yuko?
Oshima: [smiles, energetic]…Most certainly!
Akimoto: Well then, I’ll give you a challenge…
Kashiwagi: [eyes wide open, smiles] A challenge? What sort of challenge?
Akimoto: [grin] during the time this shoots takes place, show me how serious you’re about each other and how serious you’re about AKB…Oshima and Shinoda can aid you!

The challenge was issue, but what did it mean? The ladies were unsure, but one thing was for sure, this was certainly a task they must accomplish. If they managed to clear Akimoto’s task, just one thing more would be left for Maeda and Kashiwagi to be able to love each other freely. Unknown to them after Akimoto’s decision, whichever way it swayed, they would have to survive Watanabe Mayu’s jealousy and plot. After Akimoto finished talking, Takahashi told Maeda to call her when the final ruling was in and hung up. At the venue practice began as scheduled, Watanabe decided to just concentrate on the practice to burn all her anger and disappointment while she waited for Akimoto and the others to return, as usual the pace was relatively calm for the members as their power houses were “on assignment”. At the shooting location for the PB’s the girls were changing inside the van as there was no changing room nearby. As they undressed Shinoda noticed that Maeda’s breasts had grown bigger-well just a little-but still smaller than Kashiwagi and Oshima’s though bigger than hers, Maeda was truly like a kitten in love releasing lots of pheromones, obviously directed at Kashiwagi, Shinoda also noticed Yuko’s controlled reaction to launch herself at a shirtless Kashiwagi.. As she removed her bra Maeda wondered if she would have to change roommate after telling Akimoto about their relationship. Maeda, Oshima and Shinoda were already naked when Kashiwagi was just removing her under-shirt, taking her time enjoying the scenery outside The latter three couldn’t take their eyes of Kashiwagi as she picked the bottom of her shirt and raised it with her arms revealing her sculpt abdomen and white skin then her rather voluptuous chest covered by a black bra. Oshima was about to die she didn’t squeeze them, she couldn’t defeat temptation.

As she was about to launch her squeeze assault Shinoda stopped her. In the few moments that they got distracted Kashiwagi was already in her bikini and robe, she was striking her lady-like posture that characterized her, making the others pace-up in their dressing. They got out of the bus and headed for the beach, where their respective staff was waiting for them, Shinoda requested that the group shots were taken first and  that they did that on both the beach location and the town locale where the last half of the PB’s were to be shot. As the staff discussed Shinoda’s request Kashiwagi grabbed one of the free camera’s and started taking pictures of Maeda, Oshima and Shinoda, the photograph director noticed the gals playing with the camera and decided to photograph them while playing, of course they weren’t told that and the staff just pretended to be discussing while the photographers did their job on the playing and joyful quartet. The three of them had their robes on when Oshima took charge and asked Kashiwagi to take her robe off and start modeling for her. Shinoda quickly intervened and suggested since the three had a camera each they could take as many photos as they wanted, so in a sort of lottery the gals decided who was to photograph who. Shinoda wrote the letter A, K, B for each one of them, since there were two members of team A, she wrote SM and MA under the later to identify whether it was Maeda of herself, to make things fairer they asked Akimoto who was just watching the shooting to draw the papers into order to see who had to model for who. All the time the photographers were shooting from concealed locations as to not disturb the flow whilst the other staffer prepared the make-up and other things for the individual shootings. The ladies were nervously playful and wanted to know who they’ll photograph and who they’ll model for. Akimoto drew the papers and the results were: Oshima and Shinoda, Kashiwagi and Maeda for the first round; Shinoda and Kashiwagi, Oshima and Maeda for the second; Kashiwagi and Oshima, Shinoda and Maeda for the third and for the fourth and final round were a mix Kashiwagi and Maeda with Shinoda and Oshima in a crossed session. Akimoto seemed pleased with the way things were going. Kashiwagi and Maeda were glowing with Shinoda and Oshima. They were truly enjoying each other and AKB for that matter.

Kashiwagi quickly took her camera and started photographing Maeda as she slowly took her robes and unveiled a sapphire colored bikini as she blushed. Kashiwagi was teasing her and praising her beauty so much Maeda couldn’t help but follow Kashiwagi’s rhythm. Suddenly Kashiwagi started getting closer to Maeda, whilst Oshima wanted to stop her but thanks to Shinoda’s assistance was able to keep herself restrained. Every photo Kashiwagi took the closer she was to Maeda, her heart beat also rose with every photo and word Kashiwagi said. In an instant Kashiwagi was next to her taking pictures from Maeda’s back, every shot she whispered at her eat “you’re so pretty and your mine!” every shot Kashiwagi took exposed Maeda’s longing for her. A Maeda as never seen before was shown, a woman in love being taunted by that person, her shyness and desire at its core. Even Akimoto was impressed on how Kashiwagi handled Maeda; how she taunted her and made her give in to Kashiwagi’s pace.

When they finished it was Oshima and Shinoda’s turn to give it a try, psyched out by Kashiwagi’s “black” side they attempted a more normal approach, after all Oshima and Shinoda weren’t in love, they didn’t long for each other as did Maeda and Kashiwagi. Oshima started taking the photographers role so she could avoid falling for Kashiwagi, Shinoda wasn’t so lucky, she was quickly captivated by Kashiwagi’s mischievous smile, this wasn’t unusual because it was a known thing that when Kashiwagi went playful she became twice as charming and dangerous. Her womanly charm was considered one of her most dangerous weapons; the session passed by really fast when it was Kashiwagi’s turn to model, the whole scene plunged into silence as the she took off her robe and walked into the scene with her blue with white spots bikini, all were on her. She lay down on the sand outlining her curvy and gorgeous figure by the ocean while she intensely stared at Maeda who was behind Shinoda;, her charm was a deadly weapon, an addictive substance that once you tried you wanted even more. Maeda was so amazed by Kashiwagi’s modeling persona that her heart skipped a beat. As Shinoda shot her pictures she noticed she was actually modeling for Maeda who was behind her.

Kashiwagi was in her zone attracting every eye in the location, if she could keep this level of performance during the professional shootings then she would have completed Akimoto’s challenge. This more mature and passionate Kashiwagi owned the scene and the people in there, the true potential of this jewel sparkled at its best for the first time. At the concert venue practice, Watanabe was so focused on her rehearsal for a moment she forgot that she had something else to do and returned to a her usual cute and friendly way of being. Akimoto had taken a picture of Kashiwagi’s modeling plus ultra persona and sent it to Takahashi for her to show it and cause an effect that would make everybody even more psyched up and in a development groove, he wanted to motivate specially Kojima who had down very lately since she was told she lacked the genuine enthusiasm to be an idol. Takahashi called her over and showed to her and the rest of the senbatsu-including Watanabe-the images that Akimoto sent of Kashiwagi’s modeling talent. Chills ran through Kojima’s spine as goose-bumps got to the rest. “Such a refined aura and talent, this is the real Kashiwagi, can you catch up” said the message sent by Akimoto along with the pictures, this had the desired effect to a certain degree Kojima was fired up but deep inside she knew that Kashiwagi had reached a totally new level in the modeling scene, she couldn’t stay behind and decided to focus on that which she could rise up the ranks: singing. Takahashi quickly passed the photos that had Maeda and Kashiwagi together, they clearly showed a pair of love birds on a date at the beach this didn’t passed unnoticed by Watanabe, whom remembered her goal of crushing Maeda and Kashiwagi’s relationship in an attempt to keep Kashiwagi to herself. She quickly withdrew to the ladies room so she could cool herself, those pictures weren’t those taken between two good friends, she realized that those two had progress far beyond Watanabe’s red-line. She didn’t understand when they crossed that line when Watanabe has made sure to stay on Kashiwagi’s tracks all the time. The filming of Hanazakari no Kimitachi e wasn’t sufficient time or was it? Kashiwagi’s new found charm was certainly related to Maeda and Oshima’s influence. She picked Maeda, so the one who should be removed from all contact from Kashiwagi is Maeda and then she would have to keep a close eye on Oshima, so she doesn’t tries to take point. Back on the beach the third shuffle was taking place, Akimoto was pretty please as how the shooting was going so far, Maeda and Kashiwagi’s challenge was going well and the photographing teams were taking really good shots from their concealed locations-behind tree’s and the bus-of the gals having fun. After the gals finished the professional shooting began, just one question remained, and Akimoto quickly asked Kashiwagi.
Akimoto: [grin and claps] Kashiwagi, can you keep it up? Your modeling from earlier, can you keep it up?
Kashiwagi: [smiles and opens eyes wide] Yes!
Akimoto: Such confidence is a good thing, so prove it to me. Show me that modeling Kashiwagi…
Kashiwagi: [confident smile] Yes, I’m confident because as long as I have my drive to succeed and Acchan to return to, I can do anything! I’ll certainly make you, AKB, the fans and Acchan proud.
Akimoto: [looks at Maeda]…What will you do Maeda? Kashiwagi has confidence in herself and in you; How are you going to respond to her, how are you going to respond to yourself?
Maeda: [takes a deep breath and smiles at Akimoto and Kashiwagi]…I’m not as talented as Yukiriso but I’ll certainly give my best to not make her fumble. I’ll grow, I’ll become stronger…Yukiriso, Takamina, and the rest are supporting me, I’ll grow so they can be proud of me. I love AKB, I love Yukiriso, I’ll give my all for both!
Shinoda: Akimoto-sensei don’t you think that’s a hard determination?
Oshima: Sensei, if they have to go, then I’ll also go. Though I’m not in Acchan’s positions I share the same feelings…for Yukirin. I think they proven how serious they are about AKB and each other.
Akimoto: [smiles]…If Kashiwagi proves she can handle this photo shoot like she did with you, I’ll give you my answer.

Oshima and Shinoda’s shooting were occurring simultaneously from those of Kashiwagi, who seem to rise to the situation with expressions that enchanted everyone around. Her perfect body and facial expressions were out of this world, a radiance never before seen came from Kashiwagi. She was determined to stay in AKB, to stay with Maeda, Oshima, Shinoda and the other ladies that support her. They wrapped up the beach shootings, the gals quickly changed back and they headed to town for some last photos for the day.
In town, the ladies went shopping and took pictures at a local shrine. After they prayed Akimoto gave finally his decision in regards to Kashiwagi and Maeda coupling. Shinoda and Oshima were ready to support whatever the decision swayed.
Akimoto: Kashiwagi, Maeda, it’s true that the contract forbids relationships, but as far as I understand between idols and males in AKB’s specific case, so you aren’t breaking any rule in my understanding.
Kashiwagi/Maeda/Oshima/Shinoda: [unison] Sensei…
Akimoto: However I’ll talk this over with Togasaki, and you must decide if you go open with the other members or leave it to your close circle, that’s your choice. If you decide to tell the other members, what we do at the staff is going to depend on their acceptance.
Oshima: So, if only we know then there is no problem?
Shinoda: If the others find out or are told, the consequence will be determined by their reaction right?
Akimoto: [grin]…That’s right, but incase the others find out not by your voice and decision but because of an eavesdropper then you certainly count on my support. What will you do, Kashiwagi, Maeda?
Maeda: [sighs and holds Kashiwagi’s hand]…
Kashiwagi: [grin, smiles at Maeda]…I think, at least for my part…I’m not ready to tell the others yet…I think we should keep our relationship under the radar for a while, are ok with that Acchan? Everyone, we’re counting on you! [bows]
Maeda: Yukiriso…Yes I agree. [hugs Kashiwagi tightly]

They got back on the bus and headed to the concert hall, the four ladies were really excited and their personal opinion of Akimoto grew even better. Oshima was happy for Kashiwagi but deep down a fire was burning inside her she thought “It should’ve been me not Acchan. I’m a better lover for Yukirin!” but she vowed to always be there for Kashiwagi, which also meant sharing her happiness even if it was just half of it. Akimoto was also very pleased of how Maeda and Kashiwagi developed during their challenge, gathering Oshima and Shinoda’s support that easily. Though for Akimoto It was Kashiwagi’s modeling alter ego that caught his attention, if she could harness that power in the stage and in front other camera’s she was surely going to be at the top of the industry. Maeda also showed more determination, still shy and reserved, she had a strong determination the usually fragile girl had blossomed into a woman who was capable of defend her desires and act in that direction. Shinoda’s supportive character was also at its best, she quickly devised a manner for Kashiwagi and Maeda to fill comfortable and make it possible for Kashiwagi to enter “the zone”, Oshima also showed self-control and restrain. The usually impulsive and childish Oshima had also grown in both heart and soul. Akimoto knew it wasn’t easy for her to support Kashiwagi’s relationship with Maeda, as the former usually made spontaneous attempts to seduce and capture Kashiwagi though most of the time there was someone else ready to foil them. It was passed noon when they arrived at the concert hall to practice with the rest.

Togasaki was waiting at the entrance as was Watanabe, she was ready to implement her plan to separate definitively Maeda and Kashiwagi. No one could be with Kashiwagi without Watanabe’s permission or so she thought. It’s true that they were close but because of that same proximity Watanabe lost herself in the road and became attached, possessive and monopolizing of Kashiwagi. When Akimoto got down she quickly ran to him and asked for a word, to which Akimoto as usual gave a positive reform, he signal Togasaki to wait; Togasaki quickly met with Kashiwagi, Oshima, Maeda and Shinoda and led them to the practice stage were the concert would be held the coming week. These first days were full of situations for Kashiwagi and Maeda but the storm hadn’t completely withered away. Still at the entrance to the venues in a corner Watanabe finally started her plan, she couldn’t separate them but if someone could that would Akimoto and the rules or so she thought.
Watanabe: Sensei, I’ve heard a disturbing rumor today!
Akimoto: Rumor…well let it rest it’s just a rumor after all.
Watanabe: But it’s related to AKB’s current senbatsu leaders…I…
Akimoto: [sighs]…Then what’s this rumor about?
Watanabe: [looks down and giggles, looks back at Akimoto] I’ve heard a rumor…a rumor that Maeda Atsuko is dating…she’s dating another member…

Saturday, 26 May 2012

A STAGE OF OUR OWN INDEX

Here is an Index to my fan fic in order of publication from first to latest:


I) Shirou's Fan Fiction Spot: A stage of our own (AtsuYuki Fan Fiction)
II) Shirou's Fan Fiction Spot: A stage of our own 2:Overture
III) Shirou's Fan Fiction Spot: A stage of our own 3: Chorus Angelicus
IV) Shirou's Fan Fiction Spot: A stage of our own 4: Sensus & Affectus
V) http://whitesfanficspot.blogspot.com/2012/02/stage-of-our-own-closure-1rst-movement.html
VI) http://whitesfanficspot.blogspot.com/2012/02/stage-of-our-own-closure-2nd-movement.html
VII) http://whitesfanficspot.blogspot.com/2012/03/stage-of-our-own-decision-at-okinawa.html
VIII) http://whitesfanficspot.blogspot.com/2012/05/stage-of-our-own-decision-at-okinawa.html
IX) http://whitesfanficspot.blogspot.com/2012/05/stage-of-our-own-decision-at-okinawa_20.html
X) http://whitesfanficspot.blogspot.com/2012/05/stage-of-our-own-decision-at-okinawa_26.html
XI) Shirou's Fan Fiction Spot: A stage of our own: Truly a stage of our own Part1: The Last Hurdle

A Stage of our own: The Decision at Okinawa Part 3-b The Oshima Affair


Here is the next part of Part 3: The Oshima Affair! Enjoy, no long comment or rant today, well just a little one! This is my first attempt so it's entirely experimental, later you'll see a Editors Version. That means I'll rewrite this one in a more novelistic style. So yeah I'll turn A Stage of our Own in a sort of novel. If you liked this first fan fic and would like to help me as a proof reader, then feel free to contact me! Also I'm working on a collaboration project if you wan't to join, then contact me! And before I let you go and enjoy, hate, distort, dislike, feel annoyed and criticize this bad piece of work, I'll let know from now, that I'll start another AtsuYuki series in the coming weeks. If you want this poor and talent-less author to try and write a fic about your Oshi, just let me know and I'll try!

Watanabe saw Maeda, Takahashi and Sashihara at the hall entrance and waved to them to come to the table, the latter three went to pick something for breakfast and took seats in the table. Kashiwagi’s uncomfortable position with Oshima at her left and Maeda at her right was quickly picked up by several of the members in that table. Kashiwagi ate fast making it easier to notice her unpleasantness, physical symptoms also appeared, her skin looked drier and pale, her smile seemed to be unnatural and her eyes never met those of the people around. Unable to see Kashiwagi so uncomfortable Katayama decided to get her out of that position. As soon as she finished Katayama gave a signal the two all friends used to get out of uncomfortable situations and talk to each other, on a nearby table Oota also noticed Katayama’s gesture, hinting her that something was wrong with Kashiwagi at whom the gesture was directed. Oota decided to stay put and not trigger an alarm specially on the former members of team B who knew the “code”, Watanabe was so deep into her breakfast she felt to notice Katayama’s signal. Sashihara, decided to help and quickly teamed up with Katayama to get Kashiwagi out of that dangerous spot, without the other members noticing the distress signal. Sashihara tapped Kashiwagi’s shoulder and she headed away escorted by Katayama as Sashihara stayed to avoid any more suspicion. In a separate hall Katayama talked to Kashiwagi about her situation, just to be surprised by the story she heard.

Katayama: [holds Kashiwagi’s shoulder] [wonders] Are you alright, Yukirin? Why are you so tense this morning?.
Kashiwagi: [breathing heavy] Haachan!..I just can’t take this…
Katayama: [surprised] [padding Kashiwagi to calm her] Take what Yukirin, what happened that you’re like this?
Kashiwagi: [holds Katayama’s hands] [takes a deep breath] What I’m going to tell you must be kept a secret Haachan, ok?
Katayama: [nods] Sure, you can count on me!

They left to a more comfortable place to talk. They walked several meters until they reached the business lounge, which had greenery in every corner, comfy sofa’s and a nice view of the sea shore next to the hotel. The whole room was filled with the smell of lavender incense that was being burned in every table. They searched for a comfortable seat with a nice view of the ocean front. The fresh sea breeze and the murmur of the waves as they beached, relaxed Kashiwagi to the extent she had recovered her normal appearance. The usual energy and radiance that accompanied Kashiwagi on her normal days was back, her cheerful and playful was again in control of her expression and her body, seeing the usual Kashiwagi, Katayama decide make the ask.

Katayama: [smiles as she stares closely] Now, Yukirin, can you tell me what made you so desperate earlier?
Kashiwagi: [looks around] This is a secret between us right?! Though it’s not much of a secret…[looks around again then returns to Katayama]
Katayama: [wondering, curious face] Who else knows about “this” Yukirin?
Kashiwagi: Well, Sasshi and Takamina…Only them.
Katayama: [moves next to Kashiwagi] So…
Kashiwagi: [giggles with excitement] A week ago, Acchan asked me out. She wanted to talk about something.
Katayama: Yes, Lovetan told me about that; What did she wanted to talk about?
Kashiwagi: [nods x2] Well, she told me…that she’s in love with me…and last night, we were at the hotel’s onsen and we kissed.
Katayama: [surprised expression, eyes opened bigger] You & Acchan…kissed and declared love, oh I see…You WHAT!?
Kashiwagi: Yes…I kissed with Acchan and told her I also love her…Sorry Haachan, I wanted to tell you earlier but things went a bit out our control. I told Sasshi and Acchan told Takamina, before we came here. So they knew before I even said something about my feelings to Acchan.

Katayama was filled with mixed emotions, she was happy because her best friend had found that special person but was also surprised because of who that person was. She would have never expected that Kashiwagi and Maeda could have romantic feelings one for the other. Kashiwagi abruptly stood up and headed to the balcony, closed her eyes whilst the marine breeze caressed her face and the murmur of the seas whispered story of ancient times. Katayama followed suit staying just a couple of steps behind. She thought that their close friendship prepared her to understand Kashiwagi better than anyone else, but she was wrong. She had too many coincidences and direct relationships with Maeda such as year of birth, month and blood type, Katayama then understood that Maeda’s and Kashiwagi’s mutual affection was predestined, it was indeed a conspiracy of the heavens-according to her at least-and as her close friend she felt that she had to bless this rather unexpected twist. Kashiwagi slowly turned to look at Katayama and continues her recollection of what happened.
Kashiwagi: [looks up to the sky] [smiles] You know Haachan, it made me happy to know that someone wanted me that badly as Acchan…At first I couldn’t say to her what my feelings truly were, but she didn’t stop there. Every time we talk and her love for me came up, she gradually increased her conviction to the point that she told me she didn’t want or could be my friend…
Katayama: [sighs] Really? That far, she surely had her mind made up.
Kashiwagi: [sighs] [smiles lightly] Yes, and that made me think, that I do also love her and want her more than what I should…She found that I was at the onsen area, and went there to see me…It just kind of happened, I said I love her too and we started kissing…honestly Haachan, it felt really good.
Katayama: Did you fight later that night? I wonder because, Yukirin…you look so radiant when you speak about Acchan, that it doesn’t makes sense that you avoided her this morning. You also seemed a bit antsy with Oshima…
Kashiwagi: [sighs and nods] Well, she found us kissing and…well she just separated us and hugged me so tight. I was really confused. She said some mean things to Acchan and when Acchan left, she asked me to stay a little longer with her at the onsen. Yuko was holding me all the time and it she didn’t want to let me go.
Katayama: … [Sighs]
Kashiwagi: The night was really beautiful though; Yuko seemed very mad at Acchan, so when she left Yuko seemed more relaxed. We stayed in there for a while, and before Yuko left, she told me…she told me that she wants to go out with me and that she likes me more than a friend would!
Katayama: [Shivers] [eyes wide open] First Acchan, now Oshima?! Yukirin you’re going to make almost every member fall in love with you?
Kashiwagi: [Innocent look] … [Puppy eyes]
Katayama: [Sighs] Now you have to tell Oshima, that you’re already seeing Acchan. You have to be clear with her.
Kashiwagi: But, if I tell Yuko that I’m already with Acchan I’ll lose Yuko’s friendship but if I break up with Acchan to be with Yuko, I’ll lose Acchan. I don’t like any of those scenarios.

The situation was even more complicated in Kashiwagi’s than in Katayama’s. “No matter what I choose, I’ll always lose something at the end” was Kashiwagi’s position but there was no other out, a decision was unavoidable. Katayama held Kashiwagi by her shoulders trying to encourage her. The ladies didn’t notice the time that had passed since they started talking. Since Kashiwagi and Katayama weren’t on their rooms and it was almost time to go to the rehearsal location, Togasaki decided to send someone look her. To complete the task two gals volunteered to search for them in the hotel: Takajo Aki and Watanabe Mayu. They split to search the hotel faster and find Katayama and Kashiwagi. The latter duo was unaware of the search party as they lost the track of time while talking. When Katayama realizes they have been out there for almost an hour they decide to head back to their rooms and get ready to go to rehearsals, after all something had to be done and avoiding Maeda and Oshima all day long was impossible, since Kashiwagi was shooting a joint photo book with them. As they left the hall they met with Takajo who had been looking for them.
Takajo: [agitated with heavy breathing] Yukirin…Haachan…I’ve been searching for you all over the place!
Kashiwagi: [surprised] [giggles] Why, what happened?
Katayama: You really came running, Akicha? We’re just heading back to our rooms!
Takajo: [intense stare first Katayama then Kashiwagi then nods] Ah, you idiots! Togasaki went to check the rooms, and found both of you missing, he asked your roommates; Acchan didn’t know where Yukirin was and started to worry, she seemed anxious and nervous, and Nakayan didn’t know about you Haachan. Fortunately Lovetan saw both of you leave the breakfast hall and told me to check here. Now both have to come with me and apologize to Togasaki-san and your roommates for making them worry! [takes a deep breath, and drags Kashiwagi and Katayama out]

Katayama and Kashiwagi couldn’t stop laughing all the way until -dragged all the way by Takajo-they reached the assembly point were Maeda, Watanabe, Nakagawa and Togasaki were waiting. After a brief scolding on them, the ladies returned to their rooms, got ready with their rehearsal bags and other needs they might have on this first day of the trip. Maeda tried to leave the room quickly but Kashiwagi held her hand and winked at Maeda.
Kashiwagi: [smiles and winks] Let’s have fun, Acchan!
Maeda: [smiles and hugs] Yukiriso…yes, let’s have lots of fun!
They held hands tightly and went out the room and headed to the bust the rendezvous point in which they would meet with the staff and press forward towards the training hall; Nothing in the world could disturb the happiness that Maeda was feeling as she walked holding hands with Kashiwagi until they arrived at the agreed location and Maeda’s first site was no other than Oshima herself. Quickly after arrived Takahashi and Sashihara, Shinoda and Kojima, Itano and Watanabe, etc…
Togasaki was the first staffer to arrive at the scene which seems to be unusually calm. He quickly noticed Kashiwagi and Maeda, it was impossible to notice how close those two had become in the last few weeks, and the apparent animosity between her and Oshima. Just by looking how the gals were gathering he noticed that the atmosphere was the heaviest amongst those three, but finding out would have to wait after the day’s activities are finished. After everyone gathered they walked for about 3 minutes until they reached a hall within the compounds of the hotel. A tall building with a glass frontal face, welcomed the ladies for their practice, as they got in they noticed that all the shooting locations were around this venue. They started with their regular concert practice, after noon they parted to their individual activities. Several members were shooting pb’s and others were preparing other concert material, amongst those staying in the hall was Takahashi whom was called by Togasaki to talk for a moment.

Togasaki: Takahashi, got a moment?
Takahashi: Yes, what can I help Togasaki-san with?
Togasaki: I’ve noticed some tension between Maeda, Kashiwagi and Oshima; do you know anything about it?
Takahashi: [murmur] Couldn’t they be more obvious…?
Togasaki: So…
Takahashi: [light smile] No, Acchan has been her usual with me, no mention what-so-ever about conflicts with anyone, especially Yuko…
Togasaki: hmmm…I thought she might have talked to you, but well I guess it’s just my imagination.
Takahashi: Anyways, I’ll try and talk to her.
Takahashi had dodged a potentially dangerous situation. She could only hope that Maeda and Oshima resolved their quarrel soon; Kashiwagi wanted to terminate this stand-off as soon as possible, but was too scared of the consequences that whatever she decided would bear. Takahashi was also worried because the three of them were scheduled to shoot their joint PB and the next day Oshima and Kashiwagi’s later followed by Maeda’s and Kashiwagi’s. Takahashi felt she couldn’t stay still; Maeda’s desires and feelings were on the line. Something had to be done, so she called Sashihara who brought Katayama with her to discuss their next move to consolidate the Maeda-Kashiwagi pair.

After a heated debate the three ladies finally reached an agreement and set course towards the location where the shooting was taking place. When they arrived the shooting was on a recess for Kashiwagi suddenly was feeling a bit uneasy after just 12 shots. Katayama and the others couldn’t bear this sensation of instability on their friends. They decided to go and talk to them in an attempt to solve this problem. Of course Oshima had good intensions and her feelings towards Kashiwagi were really strong, but she took too long to express them. Kashiwagi had already taken the decision to be with Maeda, she had crossed the point of no return; Oshima was a force to be reckoned with not only because her earnest attitude but sincere way of being, Kashiwagi didn’t want to lose such a friend, but she couldn’t ignore her feelings. How could she be happy with Maeda as she wanted knowing that Oshima was also in love with her? No answer satisfied Kashiwagi’s heart. While she was starring at the shore Oshima approached here before Katayama and company could; they decided to wait and see the result of this conversation.
Oshima: Yukirin, may I sit with you?
Kashiwagi: [smiles nervously] Sure.
Oshima: [serious expression] I’m sorry Yukirin; I’ve put you in a bad position. I know so, but I just can’t help myself quiet and do nothing when I feel I’m losing you…
Kashiwagi: [turns to see Oshima and smiles] You don’t have to apologize, Yuko. I think I would’ve done the same thing if I was in your position. The truth is that I like you a lot, you’re a very special friend, but I’m in love with someone else Yuko. It breaks me to have to pick one of you…
Oshima: [sad smile] Acchan?
Kashiwagi: [looks at the sand] Yes…I do love her, but in a different way that I love my friends like you or Mayuyu or my parents. I don’t know how to explain it words…I…
Oshima: [sighs] I somehow knew…
Kashiwagi: [looks at Oshima and smiles] Yuko, I want to be your friend, I really want to be! I can’t be happy with Acchan, if you resent us or jus Acchan; Acchan was very brave to tell me her feelings while I’ve been a coward trying to hide them even though I know them clearly…I cannot chose to love Acchan and be hated by you [sobs]
Oshima: [hugs Kashiwagi and pads her] I could never hate you Yukirin…I want you to be happy…It would’ve been better if you could be happy with me…but…
Kashiwagi: Yuko…I…
Oshima: [releases Kashiwagi and walks in front of her facing the shore] Don’t say a word Yukirin…I know I not fit to be your lover, but I can’t help myself feeling this for you; I don’t want to hurt you Yukirin but at the same time I can’t but feel miserable. I’m not good enough for you, I’ve always known that but I fooled myself into believing that I could get there and be with you…I’m sorry for being so selfish and self-centered..Yukirin if you forgive me, may I stay by your side? Just as your friend is good enough for me… [bows and sheds tears]
Kashiwagi: [runs towards Oshima and hugs her while smiling] Please, Yuko…be my friend!

Both gals held each other in a tight and warm embrace, as they turned, they noticed Katayama, Takahashi and Sashihara behind them applauding the two brave ladies with huge smiles. Kashiwagi and Oshima then blushed out of embarrassment and smiled, they were back to their usual self’s. As a testament Oshima smiled and then touched and lightly squeezed Kashiwagi’s breasts as she usually did to prank the latter.
Unknown to them the art director was passing by while Oshima and Kashiwagi were talking and snapped several pictures of them while they conversed. Before they resumed to PB shooting with Maeda who was with the staff, the ladies talked for a while about what had happened and what course to take next. Oshima in a twist and a demonstration of selfless love promised Kashiwagi that she would do anything she could to help her consolidate her love with Maeda, even though it was with mixed feelings; Oshima wanted Kashiwagi to be happy.

Moments later the shooting resumed and the tense discomfort was gone. Maeda saw a more relaxed Kashiwagi and a very friendly and fired Oshima; she wondered what could have happened in the break. When Togasaki arrived to check on them, he saw them shining brighter than before and he felt reassured about them. They day ended without incidents and gladly for Kashiwagi her issue with Oshima solved. When they reached the hotel the gals each headed back to their rooms, when Maeda and Kashiwagi arrived to their room, Maeda closed the door and gave lead to her jealousy for what happened with Oshima. She cornered Kashiwagi-next to her bed-with a serious gaze.
Maeda: Yukiriso…What happened between you and Yuko today?
Kashiwagi: [giggles] Nothing, we just talked and fixed some pending issues between us.
Maeda: [stares at Kashiwagi] Yukiriso…I’m not going to let her separate us!
Kashiwagi: [laughs] She’s not going to Acchan, I’ve told her that I love you, and she understands…
Maeda: [sighs]
Kashiwagi: So don’t worry ok?!
Both of them knew there was still a long way to go before they could really be together as a couple. But for that night Kashiwagi couldn’t care about the last obstacle they were about to face. Not thinking about anything else other than her feelings towards Maeda, Kashiwagi leaned towards Maeda and turned to be in front of her, closed her eyes and hug Maeda. When she closed her eyes Kashiwagi gently massaged her shoulder, moving down her torso towards her breasts. Kashiwagi followed the soft curve of Maeda’s breasts from the border of her torso to the center of the chest passing through her nipples then slightly pressing them with a circular massage, with each passing Maeda’s face became redder and redder, she couldn’t avoid feeling a pleasurable sensation to Kashiwagi’s amusement. Kashiwagi turned the room lights off leaving just a small lamp on. She then pushed Maeda into the bed and started to move her hands from the soles of her feet up her legs, reaching her thighs, waist then her chest and her neck. Then she placed her lips in Maeda’s mouth and smoothly massage Maeda’s lips with her tongue whilst opening her mouth, then closing them on her mouth, she repeated this with Maeda’s lower and upper lips, then introduced her tongue on Maeda’s mouth and started to gently rub every corner of it, when their tongues touched each other they started mingling slowly and gently, when Kashiwagi removed from tongue and lips form Maeda’s she was so tired that she fell asleep, with an expression full of joy. Maeda fell asleep while starring at Kashiwagi’s face. That night they both slept in Maeda’s bed, thank fully they weren’t chosen to be awaken by the crew the next morning.

Monday, 21 May 2012

A Stage of our own: The Decision at Okinawa Part 3-a The Oshima Affair


Just a few words before the main action! I've decided to release the last half of A Stage of our Own in 2 separate parts each part. So to be clear Part 3 is divided in 3-a and 3-b and Part 4 will be 4-a and 4- b. I'm really glad that the reader I've talked to have enjoyed this so far! I make a commitment to all those who are supporting me by reading this blog, by writing more and better fics, this is just the start! In a sort of good news, I'll translate this fic into 3 languages: SPANISH, PORTUGUESE and ITALIAN. So thanks for your support and hope you enjoy Part 3-a!! And if you'd be kind, please click on the ads... So with no further a due here is The Decision at Okinawa Part 3-a THE OSHIMA AFFAIR, enjoy.

Kashiwagi and Maeda were both at odds with what had happened. Why was Oshima there? And of course what a bad timing! The previously clear sky started to become cloudy and obscured the moonlight as well as the starry night. There were no signs of rain in the heavens, the winds were fair and temperature was cool. But the onsen felt as the epicenter of a fierce battle between two powerful storms engulfing everything. Oshima turned her sight to Kashiwagi and smiled, then she gave a fierce gaze to Maeda still confused by Oshima’s behavior. She stood up whilst holding Kashiwagi tight against her own body. Oshima looked at Maeda with a fiery gaze and a murderous intent. Maeda quickly grabbed her towel and covered herself with it again, before she could say or do a thing Oshima’s angered expression inhibited her.
Oshima: [angered high tone] What do you think you’re doing Acchan? Getting naked and forcing yourself on MY Yukirin! Until know you’ve always got what you wanted, but I won’t let you take away her from me! You’ve become greedy and selfish just because you’re AKB’s center. But mark my words, this time it won’t be that way!
Maeda: …
Kashiwagi: [surprised and confused] What are you saying Yuko? She didn’t force herself on me!...I….
Oshima: [still angered] You don’t have to defend her Yukirin! Even manipulating Yukirin, you’ve gone low this time Acchan, I won’t forgive that, EVER! You were never close with her and now you want her…You’re just despicable, but know this Acchan, I won’t hand Yukirin to you without a fight!!
Kashiwagi: ….

Maeda’s eyes started crying, she couldn’t stay there while being hurt by the usually playful and childish Oshima, so Maeda rushed outside of the onsen. She left in a hurry she even left her close in the changing room locker. She rushed to Takahashi’s room, the only person she had enough confidence to ask advice from. When Maeda the sky cleared and the starry night enchanted Kashiwagi and Oshima, though in Kashiwagi’s mind was just a sense of insecurity and worry for what happened to Maeda. Oshima asked Kashiwagi to take a moment with her.
Oshima: [sweet tone, smiles] Sorry about the commotion I caused earlier!...Sorry, I…
Kashiwagi: [worried] That’s not how you usually act Yuko! Are you alright?
Oshima: [smile] [presses her body to Kashiwagi’s] Actually…I meant what I said, that I won’t hand you to Acchan without a fight! Yukirin…You and I…
Kashiwagi: [wonders] Yes, Yuko, you and I what?
Oshima: [nervous] have had a good relationship right? We do get along well and have lots of fun together right?
Kashiwagi: [giggles] [smiles] Yes, that’s true, Yuko. I have lots of fun with you! You’re fun and…would you please stop that…YUKO!! [laughs]
Oshima: [laughs] Then would you go out with me? Would be my….Would you be my girlfriend?
Kashiwagi: [stunned, surprised] ….
Oshima: [nervous] You don’t have to answer now, I’ll wait! But I won’t hand you to Acchan so easily! [singing with a smile] I want you, I need you!
Kashiwagi: [stunned, confused] …
Oshima: We’ll see each other tomorrow! Don’t let Acchan take advantage of you!

Oshima never released Kashiwagi for a second their bodies were so closed that their breasts were compressed one against the other. As she released Kashiwagi, she grabbed as squished her breasts as she usually did when joking with her. Both gals picked up their towels and headed to the changing room, where Kashiwagi noticed Maeda had left her clothes. Oshima changed quickly and as Kashiwagi was just about to put her bra on, Oshima held her shoulder and turned her to face each other, then with a confident smile, she closed her eyes, Kashiwagi was starting to worry where this might lead to. When she noticed Oshima’s lips were touching hers. Kashiwagi couldn’t hold herself and didn’t fend against Oshima’s advance. Suddenly Kashiwagi felt her mouth opened as Oshima’s tongue mingled with her for a couple of seconds. Oshima separated herself from Kashiwagi and winked her left eye as she smiled and left. Kashiwagi placed her hand in her mouth, she was in shock. She had just kissed and been kissed by two lasses, both of whom had declared their affection-rather love-towards her. This made Kashiwagi feel unsure about herself. Before she knew of Oshima’s true feelings, she had decided to return Maeda’s love. She was at a tight spot, in one side she gave Maeda a green light to their relationship as lovers on the other hand, Oshima confessed to her and asked her out. For Kashiwagi this was hard, for she had a strong liking for both, but she had to choose one of them to be with and the fact they’re both gals didn’t make it easier for her. Even though she had decided to carry on with Maeda, Oshima’s feelings became a destabilizing factor for Kashiwagi. She had to pick from two people she liked and enjoyed being with, her convictions wavered. Reject Oshima and stay with Maeda or vice versa, she wouldn’t be comfortable with either choice. Whatever her choice, Kashiwagi, will lose a friend and gain a lover, but she didn’t want to lose a friend for a lover’s sake. But if she didn’t choose she would lose two friends, a decision was inevitable.

After regaining her composure, she finished dressing, picked up Maeda’s clothing and headed back to the room. She just wanted the day to end, it has been far more daunting on her. She opened the door to notice Maeda wasn’t there, though Kashiwagi wasn’t expecting to find her, so she headed to her bed, fell asleep just as she touched the mattress. She had somehow become sleeping beauty and Cinderella-in a distorted sort of manner-and that emotional exhaustion had taken its toll. While at Takahashi and Sashihara’s room, someone knocked the door. Sashihara was closer to the door when she opened, she was shocked to find out that it was Maeda, and that the only thing covering her as the towel wrapped around her chest. Also her saddened expression shocker Sashihara, Takahashi just came out of the bathroom and the saw the expression Sashihara’s face, she quickly turned to see who was on the door, just to see the teary Maeda.
Takahashi: [surprised, worried] Don’t stay there Acchan! Hurry come in!
Sashihara: [ibidem] What happened between you and Yukirin?
Maeda: [crying and sobbing] …Nothing…Yukiriso…She and I…
Takahashi/Sashihara: [unison] You and Yukirin what?
Maeda: [cleans her tiers] [sobbing, nervous] We kissed…
Takahashi/Sashihara: [surprised] [unison] Kissed? You said you what!!
Maeda: [ibidem] I went to the onsen, and we started talking…And then she said…she said that…
Takahashi: Calm down Acchan, breath! We’re here to listen, Sasshi and I are on your side!
Maeda: [inhales] [exhales] Thank you, now I feel a bit better.
Sashihara: [coughs] Then what did Yukirin said to you?
Maeda: [takes a deep breath] She said, that she also loves me!
Takahashi and Sashihara were surprised by the statement Maeda made, they’re sort of relieved that nothing bad had happened between them but puzzled why she wasn’t with Kashiwagi. Why did she ended up with them, sad, frustrated and almost naked?

Sashihara loaned a bit of clothing for Maeda to wear for the moment, and then the three gals sat comfortably to what was expected by them to be an all-nighter. To Takahashi, everything Maeda said was important, because it was the live of person she cared for but also because what happened at the onsen could affect Maeda and Kashiwagi’s performance during practice and during the concert. Of course all said during that conversation was to be kept under absolute secrecy only the involved parties could know, such a conversation ever happened. Neither did Sashihara nor Takahashi intend to hurt their teammates and friends.

Takahashi: [wonders] Then if Kashiwagi replied positively why aren’t you with her?
Maeda: …
Sashihara: Wasn’t that what you wanted Acchan?
Maeda: [stares at the floor] Yes, but…but when we ki…ki…kissed…Oshima-san arrived…
Sashihara: [gulps] Yuko, saw you kissing? That’s bad!
Maeda: She…she, said that I forced myself on…on Yukiriso and that…I’m despicable
Takahashi: What did Yukirin do? I mean how did she reacted?
Maeda: [nervous, unsure] [teary] She…she tried to…explain to Yuko, but…she didn’t want to listen…she said I was manipulating Yukiriso. [gulps] She also hug Yukiriso very tight…also she said she won’t let me be take Yukiriso away from her without a fight…I know she’s right, that I’m selfish…but this one thing I cannot stay still and quiet…[slaps her face] Yukiriso said she loves me too, so I’m going to protect this mutual feeling as much as I can.
Takahashi: [smiles] Acchan, you’ve grown! That’s the spirit! Sasshi and I will help you protect that precious feeling you share with Kashiwagi, right Sasshi?!
Sashihara: [grin] [smiles] Of course, both Maeda and Yukirin are precious friends of mine, and I’ll gladly help. You two are going to be happy together as you want, not even Oshima-san will change that!
Maeda: [wipes tiers] [stands up and bows] Thank you both very much for your support! Now I feel like I can face Yukiriso again! [smiles] I’m heading back to our room now, thanks again…!
Takahashi: [smiles] Then I’ll escort you back to your room, let’s go Acchan!

On the other hand Oshima, returned to her room and didn’t mention a thing about her encounter with Maeda to Miyazawa, her room-mate. She just acted like nothing happened, she spoke not even a mention of Kashiwagi. Oshima never expected Maeda to be the one she would’ve to engage for Kashiwagi’s affection, she felt Watanabe Mayu was a more possible threat to her. Unknown to Oshima, that Kashiwagi had decided to accept and return Maeda’s feelings, she formulated a plan to get Maeda out of her way, this was an open war between both, their rivalry extended even to the realm of love. Her only option was to make as much ground as possible when alone with Kashiwagi, given the fact that Maeda was her room-mate. Just after arriving she quickly went to sleep.
At Maeda’s end of the rope, she was returning to her room with Takahashi, who was still a bit worried what could happen when Maeda and Kashiwagi met again after what happened with Oshima, Kashiwagi had to be concerned and confused on what to do.

As they reach, Maeda remembered she left her cloth in the onsen, and the key to the room in her shorts’ pocket. She asked Takahashi to accompany her pick-up her clothing and the room key-card, at the onsen they searched for Maeda’s clothes and key, but to no avail. They thought that Kashiwagi had most likely taken them, so they had no other choice but to wake Kashiwagi. When they reached the room, Takahashi noticed that the door wasn’t entirely closed, was there someone with Kashiwagi? Maeda started to tremble, just the thought that somebody was with Kashiwagi, scared her. What if the person in there besides Kashiwagi was Oshima? Takahashi saw Maeda’s trembling and decided to go in first and check the situation to avoid exposing Maeda to a scene that could make her crumble. Takahashi opened slightly the door and notice that Kashiwagi was all alone and immersed in a deep sleep. She turned to look at Maeda who was till trembling with nervousness and anxiety, Takahashi’s unexpected smile relaxed her.
Takahashi: [smiles] Come in Acchan…Sleeping beauty is all alone!
Maeda: [sighs] Thank you very much for accompanying me Takamina!
Takahashi: [smiles] [waves hands as she leaves] See you tomorrow!

When Takahashi left, Maeda closed the door and stared at the sleeping Kashiwagi. She thought to herself “Yukiriso looks really cute when sleeping” whilst blushing. As she headed to turn off the lights, she noticed Kashiwagi had something between her arms. To Maeda’s joys it was her clothing, so she turned off the room lights and went to Kashiwagi’s bed to try and pick-up her clothes without waking Kashiwagi. Suddenly Maeda felt she was being held and pushed…It was Kashiwagi that when Maeda approached, grabbed her hand and pulled Maeda towards her and hugged her tight. Maeda was surprised, she was in the same bed as Kashiwagi, who was totally asleep. She somehow managed to remove her clothes from Kashiwagi’s hold but she ended replacing her attire in Kashiwagi’s embrace. Their faces were so close that Maeda could feel Kashiwagi’s breathing, as their faced got closer and closer, suddenly Kashiwagi’s lips were in contact with Maeda’s again that night! Maeda started blushing so much, but could resist the temptation and desire to steal a kiss from the sleeping Kashiwagi. As she loosed her grip, Maeda quickly aimed and launched her assault on Kashiwagi’s mouth stealing a deep kiss from her. Then she jumped out of Kashiwagi’s bed and went to hers, as she covered herself with the bed sheets, she couldn’t stop smiling. She stole a kiss from Kashiwagi while sleeping! She couldn’t believe how strong her desire for Kashiwagi truly was.

Early morning, Kashiwagi woke up, and noticed Maeda was on her bed, an irresistible prank for Kashiwagi. She rushed into Maeda’s bed, she carefully looked to see if she was awake. Kashiwagi giggled when she received no response thinking she was still asleep. First she whispered in Maeda ear to no response, she seemed to be sound asleep. So Kashiwagi made a faint return to bed, and noticed Maeda was looking at her with a bright red tone on her face. Suddenly Kashiwagi stops before reaching her bed, Maeda covers her head with the bed cover as Kashiwagi returns, Maeda sees Kashiwagi’s shadow through  the covers and starts to blush even more, she still has fresh last night’s kisses and embrace. She was worried that if something like that occurred she wouldn’t be able to control herself, suddenly the covers were lifted and a warm embrace consumed Maeda, a feeling she had felt before, one the longed for.
She timidly turned her head to find Kashiwagi inside the covers, with her hand embracing Maeda. Her body became numb and warm, Kashiwagi’s hand was around her waist inhibiting any possibility to escape, a tingling sensation around Maeda’s neck cause her to want to turn and face Kashiwagi. She closed her eyes in an attempt to avoid going further, suddenly she felt a small pressure on her breast and bottom then a swift, small and pleasurable sensation, she couldn’t keep her eyes closed anymore. Maeda opened her eyes and saw Kashiwagi’s hand on her chest, as it moved in circles massaging her breast as it squished them. Then another massage on her bums in an upward and downward motion, slowly caressing every single bit of it.

Maeda was about to lose her mind with Kashiwagi’s gentle caress. She couldn’t help herself, Maeda was enjoying every single second of it. She couldn’t bare it anymore, she turned her body to face Kashiwagi directly, as their eyes met Maeda grabbed Kashiwagi’s hands and placed them on her breasts, to the latter’s surprise. Kashiwagi couldn’t resist and continue her gentle touch and pressure of Maeda’s breast. Suddenly Maeda decides to return Kashiwagi’s “favor” and follows suit. Kashiwagi’s firm and large breast made Maeda crazy. She didn’t want to stop squeezing and holding them tight in her hands. It was now unavoidable, Maeda and Kashiwagi’s lips touched again, Maeda opened her lips slowly and smoothly with her tongue as Kashiwagi’s mingled with it. Their lips closed on each other as Maeda’s closed on Kashiwagi’s lower lips. The kiss lasted for over a minute and neither wanted to let go of the other. When they heard a door knock Kashiwagi jumped outside of Maeda’s bed and headed to the bathroom, but before that they kissed again but this time in the cheeks. They headed on their own to the breakfast hall in the hotel. Kashiwagi arrived first, and as expected Oshima was there. She seemed normal, when she saw Kashiwagi, she energetically waved at her as usual, everything pretty normal to almost everybody. But to Kashiwagi this day was going to be pretty tough. Her schedule had her shooting the photobook and DVD with Oshima, later the concert practice and at night the shooting of her photobook with Maeda. It wasn’t until Wednesday that she could take a break and analyze what she’ll do in regards to the love quarrel around her, whatever she decided had to be with absolute conviction, there was going to be no turning back. She’ll have to make a choice.

She went to get her breakfast and went to seat, Oshima quickly moved to be next to her. She smiled at Kashiwagi and tried to talk to her in a way that Oshima felt would gather her affection and further her from Maeda, but she had to be very careful not to pressure.
Oshima: [smiles] Good morning! May I join you, Yukirin?
Kashiwagi: [nervous smile] Sure, take a seat!
As Maeda and Takahashi arrived, promptly followed by Sashihara, they noticed that Oshima was next to Kashiwagi, who seemed to be a bit anxious. Maeda felt something had to be done, Oshima shouldn’t be near Kashiwagi. Before she could act, Shinoda, Itano, Katayama and Watanabe approached Kashiwagi’s table. Katayama and Shinoda seemed to have noticed Kashiwagi’s uneasiness whilst Itano noticed the unusual hard grip that Oshima had on Kashiwagi.

Wednesday, 16 May 2012

A Stage of our Own: The Decision at Okinawa Pt.2 The Answer & The rival


So here have another part in this 4 part special finale! Part 2 is made as an introduction into the last have and also the induction to the climax!! I also tried a new style of writing. I'm also giving y'all a special gift in this post! So if the other one was half bad, this should be totally worst! For some I might have gone a bit overboard near the end of this part, but bear with me-no not the animal!!!-for the last half if this part goes ok, will be similar in style! Also I'm planing on releasing a revised version of it. And since I enjoyed writing this one very much, you could expect another AtsuYuki fic coming soon! Also a special project is soon to be released in here so stayed tuned!. If you like good, but I'm warning you it's BAD and ECCHI, lol!! So ENJOY IT IF YOU CAN, DISLIKE IT IF YOU WANT, but come again, so bear with me!


The “Okinawa expedition” had finally begun. The seating arrangement on the bus was the same as that in the hotel room, to let the gals get more comfortable amongst them.
“What a great idea!?” Maeda thought sarcastically to herself as she climbed in to the bus, as she searched for her seat, she heard Kashiwagi calling and waving to her; It was the usual Kashiwagi,, that somewhat ensured and gave Maeda the courage to approach her, she suddenly felt a push coming from her she instinctively turned to see who had pushed her, it turned out to be no other than Maeda’s closest friend and supporter Takahashi Minami. She then whispered “what are waiting for go take your seat, she’s waiting for you”, Maeda’s eyes quickly turned towards Kashiwagi again, just to be received by a charming and enchanting smile that pulled her those few steps. As she sat next to Kashiwagi, the engine started and the bus began to move.

Maeda’s hands felt all sweaty and sticky, her hard was beating hard and fast, but Kashiwagi didn’t seem to notice as she was really into the scenery. The bus then stopped, they reached their destination, a glamorous hotel a few meters away from a solitary and beautiful beach, the 20 minute trip from the airport to the hotel, felt like a breeze to the gals. The visit to Okinawa was scheduled to last 3 weeks, but those days will be filled with activities, few chances for Maeda to snatch Kashiwagi from Oshima’s claws and fulfill her dream: Become that special one for Kashiwagi. Until they reached the hotel, the details were few and vague, so the gals were anxious and curious about what their activities would be. Maeda just wanted to confirm what Oshima said about shooting a PB with Kashiwagi, for that would mean that Oshima would have the upper hand in the “race” for Kashiwagi’s affection. As Akimoto quickly approached the gals that just finished getting down from the bus, as an instinctive reaction Maeda quickly and strongly grab Kashiwagi’s hand to which she replied by increasing the grip on Maeda’s hand. Akimoto stared in all direction, looking at every member present, of course Maeda called his attention, as she seemed to be more nervous than what she would usually get, and of course she wasn’t next to Takahashi as she would usually before they split into the dorm pairings.

Akimoto coughed to clear his voice and then said to present members “Now I’ll describe to you how we are going to work during this 3 week visit, so pay attention, then you’re going to have the rest of the day to rest! We’re going to hold a 3 day concert as we usually due in large venues, also several members are going to be shooting photo books and gravure DVD’s. The concert is going during the second week Thursday, Friday and Saturday, so the rehearsals will be Tuesday and Wednesday are going to be rehearsal days. This week we’re having the first half of the PB’s shooting and the DVD’s then the week after the concert, the PB and DVD’s shootings are to be completed by Wednesday, for on Thursday there is going to be a handshake event and Friday is a resting day, and Saturday we return to Tokyo.”
A moment of silence as Akimoto left, just before all gals went to their rooms Togasaki took word and detailed on the photo books, and the DVD filming “Before you get into your rooms let me explain about the PB shootings. First the members shooting PB’s here are 4: Kashiwagi Yuki, Oshima Yuko, Maeda Atsuko and Sashihara Rino. Also 2 joint PB are going to be done: Kashiwagi/Maeda, Kashiwagi/Oshima, and a joint one with the 4 members I already named. While this 4 will also film their respective DVD’s and also will Ota Aika, Watanabe Mayu and Fujie Reina. Tomorrow I’ll deliver the specific details to them, for the rest we start concert practice tomorrow, this is the team practice, the senbatsu also starts practice!” then another staffer started calling names to hand the room cards.
Maeda thought to herself after the announcements, the she had a lucky break. Now Oshima wouldn’t gain an advantage over her. As she was immersed in her thoughts, she felt as if someone grabbed her hand, when she regained her grasp of reality she noticed Kashiwagi in front of her waving the room card with an immense smile, suddenly she turns her back on Maeda and starts dragging her to the room as the hotel butlers follow them with their bags. Kashiwagi opened the door for the butlers to deliver their bags inside the room, seconds later they left. Finally they found themselves alone for the first time, an awkward moment for both of them in deed. As few chances like this Kashiwagi and Maeda had made the resolve to use this moment in their advantage. Kashiwagi closed the door, as Maeda’s heart rate rapidly increased at full speed. She quickly noticed Maeda’s tension, Kashiwagi didn’t want to make Maeda uncomfortable and anxious, so she decided to reformulate her tactics and ease the tense atmosphere that was engulfing the room. The room felt suffocating and heavy as if the air was denser, making it hard to breathe, to end such a bad start Kashiwagi sprouted the first words since they were left alone in the room.

Kashiwagi: I’ll start unpacking…Shouldn’t you too, Acchan?
Maeda: [sighs] Yukiriso…I…
Kashiwagi: What is it Acchan?
Maeda: Well…Is it really ok, for me to be your room-mate? I mean…I…
Kashiwagi: [giggles] [laugh] Of course its ok, Acchan! We still are friends, aren’t we?
Maeda: [sighs x2] Yes, but…I’m not sure I want to be your friend!
Kashiwagi: What do you mean Acchan? I already know your feelings towards me, it’s just, that…
Maeda: I’ve realized, that I cannot ask you to love me…I have no right to do something so selfish…
Kashiwagi: ….
Maeda took a deep breath, gathered all her courage and spoke her mind to Kashiwagi.
Maeda: I cannot ask you to love me, if I cannot…If I cannot…be brave enough to love you as I say I do. Yukiriso, ever since I confessed, I’ve been hesitant about what to do, how to feel, and anxious about what you’ll say. But that ends today. [pounds her chest with her hand] I Maeda Atsuko, with the outmost confidence say that I don’t want to be your friend Yukiriso…
Kashiwagi was taken by surprise by the strength and conviction in Maeda’s words, as she continued, Kashiwagi’s uneasiness also vanished.
Maeda: [deep breath] I don’t want to be close or even best friends with Yukiriso…I want Yukiriso to love me! I love Yukiriso, with all of my strength! I want to be with Yukiriso, not as a friend, but as the person she can rely the most, the person she wants to be with! I WANT TO BE YUKIRISO’S LOVER! [sigh]

As Kashiwagi was recovering herself after hearing an unhesitant Maeda, talk about what she wants, someone knocked the door. Then a familiar voice called on them:
 “Yukirin, Acchan, aren’t you going to join us? We’ll be waiting in the large bath area!” It was Itano calling on them for, the usual group bath. Maeda quickly rushed to her bag and started unpacking, with Kashiwagi following suit. This time Maeda broke the silence, on the very contemplative Kashiwagi.

Maeda: You are coming with me right? After all we are still just friends, right?
Kashiwagi: [deep sigh] Sorry, Acchan, but I’ll go later, I need sometime for myself.
As Kashiwagi’s words reached Maeda’s ears, she moved her stare to the floor, she thought she had done something bad, and made things worse for herself. Kashiwagi noticed the typical Maeda gesture when she felt guilty, so she tried to cheer her up.
Kashiwagi: Don’t worry Acchan, you’ve done nothing wrong, it’s just that I realize I lack your conviction with my feelings, that’s something I need to sort out. I want us to have a great time in here, so please just give me some time for my sake!?
Maeda quickly finished unpacking, she stared at Kashiwagi as she left for the bath where the other gals were waiting, while Kashiwagi continue to unpack very slowly. She was lost in her own mind, so Maeda left without saying a word. Every step she took beyond the room door, felt as a step farther away from Kashiwagi’s heart. When she reached the bath area, Takahashi was waiting at the entrance, when she saw Maeda coming alone; she wasted no time and asked.

Takahashi: Acchan, where is Yukirin? Something happened between you? Sorry to ask but you don’t look good! If she made you sad, I won’t forgive her, ever!
Maeda: …
Takahashi: Oh, I’ll go get her, you’ll see! She’s going to regret making Acchan sad!
Maeda: No…she did nothing wrong…It’s just that…
Takahashi: Just what, Acchan?
Maeda: I…I, might have said something, that made her uncomfortable near me…
Takahashi: [sigh] Then what could you have said that made her uncomfortable, with you. I doubt she feels uneasy around you, rather she seems really happy and enjoying herself.
Maeda: I…said that I…I don’t want to be her friend…
Takahashi: [swallows] What! Are you crazy, Acchan? First you tell her, that you’re in love with her and now you don’t want to be her friend!?
Maeda: …I know…But I also told her….I want to be her lover…
Takahashi: You’ve grown Acchan that was a bold move, now I see why she decided to skip the bath. After being told that, she’s probably wondering about her own resolve.
Maeda: [deep sigh]
The gals started calling Takahashi, Maeda and Kashiwagi to come in. Before they entered the room, Takahashi invited Maeda to spend a little time after supper with her and Sashihara. As soon as they entered Oshima asked where Kashiwagi was, so Maeda told them she was feeling tiered from the trip and fell asleep. An excuse that all members, except of course Sashihara, Oshima, Maeda and Takahashi knew wasn’t true. Oshima knew something had happened between Maeda and Kashiwagi, if she was going to do something in regards to her princess, she would’ve to step up her efforts.

Supper time happened without incidence, though it was obvious something wasn’t normal, as Kashiwagi was pretty quiet and Maeda avoided to meet Kashiwagi’s eyes. Maeda left the dining room alongside Takahashi and Sashihara whilst Kashiwagi stayed in a little longer. Oshima took the chance and approached Kashiwagi.

Oshima: Yukirin! Are you alright? I…I mean we missed you at the bath…
Kashiwagi: [surprised gesture] Oh, Yuko, sorry! I was feeling tired and decided to rest, sorry…
Oshima: You know, if you ever want to talk about what makes you feel bad, remember I’ll be there [holds Kashiwagi’s hands]. After all you’re mine [ecchi smile], well then see you later! Cheer up, remember our date is tomorrow
Kashiwagi: [sighs] [smiles] Thanks, Yuko! Just to be clear it’s not a date!
Oshima: [giggles] It is! See you!

Still unaware of the storm to follow her sentimental life, Kashiwagi felt a bit more comfortable after her small conversation with Oshima. After, that she realized that to appropriately respond to Maeda’s feelings, she had also to be bold and confident in herself, this wasn’t about a decision to be taken lightly, as Kashiwagi knew, this would change not only how her relationship with Maeda would move from then on, but also her future. If she honestly acknowledged her strong desire to be with Maeda, if she recognized she indeed was also in love with Maeda, how would the other members react, how would her parents react to the news that she is in love with another lass? These questions murmured in Kashiwagi’s head. Maeda had already taken that step and decided, that she would face the consequences with strength and virtue, if Kashiwagi was by her side. In a final attempt to clear her thoughts and feelings, instead of returning to the room, she headed to the open onsen in the hotel. On the other side of the aisle, Maeda head with Takahashi to the later and Sashihara’s room. Soon after their arrival, Sashihara entered. They sat down as Takahashi told Sashihara about what had happened between Kashiwagi and Maeda, then they explained to Maeda, what their plans were in regards of both of them. After that they listened to Maeda’s story in more detail, Sashihara remembered something.

Sashihara: Oh, yeah, I just remembered that I saw Yukirin head to the open onsen as I was returning to the room!
Maeda: [surprised face] really!? [sigh]
Takahashi: When was that Sasshi?
Sashihara: About 3 or 4 minutes ago…She seemed like she wanted to be alone, I said hi, but apparently she didn’t hear me.

After hearing Sashihara’s words, Maeda stood-up and dashed to where Kashiwagi, was she couldn’t stay away from her. Even though Kashiwagi could be mad at her, but something inside her told Maeda “Go, rush towards Yukiriso” and so she did. Sashihara didn’t tried to stop her neither did Takahashi, as both knew this was probably a turning point, favorable for their plan. Maeda opened the door, she then slowly undressed, picked up a towel and wrapped herself with it.
She then slid the door that separated the changing room and the bath area, also separated Maeda from Kashiwagi. Both of the lasses were unaware that Oshima, was nearing, she wasn’t going to let a golden opportunity as this pass by and not use it.
As Maeda crossed the door she heard Kashiwagi’s voice as she talked to herself. Maeda’s heart pounded faster and stronger as she heard Kashiwagi’s words as she approached her.

Kashiwagi: [sighs] [talking to herself] Oh what am I going to do!? Acchan doesn’t wants to be my friend anymore, she only wants me as her lover!? What should I do? I want to be her friend no matter what…but I also want…Why can’t I make up my mind, damn it! Acchan, I thought I was certain about my feelings towards you, but since what you said to me, I noticed that I’m still hesitating deep inside my heart! I… [submerges herself on the water]

As she submerged her head under the water, Maeda approach silently the bath, when Kashiwagi surfaced, her first sight was Maeda bowing her head, wrapped in a yellow towel. Kashiwagi raised her body from the water also wrapped in a yellow towel, extended her arms and padded Maeda’s shoulders.
Kashiwagi: Why are you bowing Acchan? Raise your head, I want to see your beautiful smile!
Maeda: [sobbing] I apologize, because I’ve caused trouble for Yukiriso, if it wasn’t for my selfishness…Yukiriso wouldn’t be facing a hard time and would also be enjoying this trip to the maximum [sobbing]
Kashiwagi:…
Maeda: I…I truly don’t want to give Yukiriso to anyone else…I really love Yukiriso, so…I can’t help myself! I didn’t mean to hurt Yukiriso, it’s just that…I love you so much, that just being your friend isn’t enough for me! Please forgive me!
Kashiwagi: [sigh] You don’t need to apologize Acchan, if anyone should, that would be me, for not having a strong conviction. Sorry![bows] [smiles] Care to join me for a little while?
Maeda: [smiles] Yukiriso…Yes!

The gals then hugged dearly, when they separated to enter the water, Kashiwagi’s towel fell as it was loosely wrapped around her body, when Kashiwagi turned to see Maeda, she was red as tomato. It’s true they had seen each other naked, but this time it was different, Maeda was dazzled by Kashiwagi’s nude, slender and curvy body. Her toned torso and perfectly modeled bust made Maeda’s head spin and heart beat was faster than before, she then covered her eyes with her hands. Then Kashiwagi noticed her towel on the floor, realizing she was naked, she grabbed Maeda’s hands and removed them from her eyes as she gave a naughty smile to Maeda. As their eyes looked into each other, Kashiwagi’s hands reach Maeda’s towel and slowly she unwrapped it form Maeda’s body.
Maeda: Yukiriso, please…No, don’t do that! [towel falls to the floor]
Kashiwagi: [smiles] Now, we’re both naked, so you have to get in the water with me [giggles]
Maeda: Yukiriso is so mean![giggles]
Kashiwagi: [touches Maeda’s shoulders] You don’t need to be ashamed, Acchan, you truly are beautiful…[Blush]
Maeda’s face became after Kashiwagi told her she was beautiful, both gals entered the water and stared at the dark, starry sky above them. Suddenly Kashiwagi felt a pressure on her hand, when she noticed, it was Maeda’s hand holding her hand and tightening its grip to let go of Kashiwagi. It was Maeda’s own determination that finally drove Kashiwagi into her senses, if Maeda was willing to go through their relationship into a deeper realm, and Kashiwagi knew she also wanted, why did she hesitate so much? She thought to herself as she stared at the heavens above. Suddenly she started singing Heavy Rotation’s chorus, which surprised Maeda. Kashiwagi turned to position herself in front of Maeda, both gals were blushing and their hearts beating like crazy. Maeda had a strange feeling something was about to happen.
Kashiwagi: Acchan…
Maeda: Yes…Yukiriso…
Kashiwagi: [loud heart beat] I’m sorry…I’m so sorry…
Maeda: Why? You’ve done nothing wrong, I should be the one apologizing, because I’m the one that cause trouble for Yukiriso!
Kashiwagi: No, Acchan you’re the one that’s been suffering because of my indecision.
Maeda: ….
Kashiwagi: The truth Acchan, is that I can’t be your friend anymore…I just can’t…
Maeda: What do you mean? I can no longer be with you? [worried and shocked]
Kashiwagi: It’s just that I don’t see you as a friend anymore. You can hear my heart beat right!? I just can’t keep lying to myself or you! Don’t say a word, please!
Maeda:….
Kashiwagi: I’ve just realize, that my happiest moments have been with you every time! I feel happy, calm and appreciated when I’m with more than anyone…Ever since you told me you love me, I’ve have this longing sensation in my hearts, and since we arrived and you said, you wanted me more than anything, I’ve felt it even more…
Maeda: I…I…
Kashiwagi: [placed finger on Maeda’s lips] Please listen to me. Acchan, I…I LOVE YOU! I’ve said it, there, yes Acchan, I Kashiwagi Yuki, love you! The truth is that since I joined AKB, my eyes have been set on you, and since we became closer I couldn’t get you out of my head!

Before Kashiwagi could continue, Maeda couldn’t resist her temptation, having Kashiwagi’s lips in front of her, she rose her arms and grabbed Kashiwagi, bringing her closer, in seconds Maeda’s lips were touching Kashiwagi’s, their bodies were so close that their breasts robbed each other. Maeda didn’t release Kashiwagi and she couldn’t resist to Maeda’s lips. Suddenly Maeda stopped but it was Kashiwagi’s turn to pay back the passionate kiss Maeda stole from her. It had finally happen, Maeda’s affection and desires were openly returned by Kashiwagi the kiss, the tight embrace, the caress. Neither wanted to let go of the other, bathing under the moonlight they embraced again. Maeda didn’t felt satisfied by the previous kisses, so she closed her eyes, approached her mount with Kashiwagi, as their lips touch, their tongues started to mingle for a third time. As they kissed, Oshima entered the onsen and saw the scene. She couldn’t believe that Kashiwagi and Maeda were completely naked, sitting in the onsen as they kissed so passionately. She dashed towards the unaware couple, she threw away her towel that slowed her, she reached as Maeda’s lips were about to touch Kashiwagi’s for a fourth time. Just before they could kiss Oshima pushed Maeda away from Kashiwagi and embraced her tight.