My new Neighbor's an Idol!?

A Star is Born 3

The day everyone was looking forward to had finally arrived. Well, everyone except for Ishi as he stood in line with Koto and Otoya. The meet-and-greet event setup by the agency Rinse and Chiana worked for had begun. As expected, it was insanely popular as they slowly moved with the line just to get into the convention space.

"I can't believe how expensive those tickets were." He complained. The demand was a lot higher than he anticipated, and there were a lot more people than he was hoping for as well. The worst part was that it wasn't limited to otaku either, but Ishi saw a lot of regular adults with their children here as well. "And I can't believe I'm a part of this." The idea was kind of disgusting.

"Cheer up Ishi." Koto assured him that things were going to be fun for all of them, even if he didn't care about idols. There was also going to be a small scale concert for people to enjoy some performances.

"We all say I don't care about idols, and somehow that's supposed to cheer me up?" Sometimes he wondered how dumb the people around him were. Not that it mattered either way, since he also had another reason for coming here. After thinking things over about her blackmail, he wanted to have a chat with the producer about the matter. The boy checked over the business card the man left him during the festival as they waited.

"Are you really thinking about taking that job?" Otoya asked. He was tremendously jealous that his buddy had gotten an offer that he was still mulling over. If it was given to him, he would've accepted right there on the spot.

"I don't know yet." He replied. "But that's not why I have this." Slowly, this line moved and eventually they were able to enter the building with all the attendants who were excited to meet their favorite idols. "Koto, please don't get into any trouble. There's something I need to take care of."

"Don't worry about him." Otoya took responsibility in a proud manner. "I'll make sure he's fine." While it was a kind gesture, it didn't fill him with much confidence. These two boys felt like they both needed someone babysitting them.

"Thanks." With that, Ishi headed towards his planned destination. That being where Chiana should be at, even though her handshaking event wouldn't start for a little bit longer. Scheduling had to favor the more recognizable names, so she was someone who got the back burner during when the performances were happening.

The reason for him making such a beeline here was related to her blackmail issue. At this point, he was confident that he'd be able to put a stop to her fears with what he had learned during the lead up to this event. So far, the supposed perp had yet to contact them again, so she didn't know what they wanted out of her. When they went to her father and the producer, they both stated that they were unable to help out.

Though, it was their latter points Ishi took more note of. Both those men mentioned that it was a shame she had to live her life in this manner. That Chinae needed to be hidden from the public eye for Chiana's sake. The boy understood where they were coming from. In fact, he agreed wholeheartedly on that matter, even if the girl still brought up her regular points as to why she couldn't reveal her identity.

Ishi came up to the curtains where he was certain that Chiana would be hanging around to prepare herself for the handshaking. When he got there, the boy was understandably questioned by security since he shouldn't be allowed here. This was where the business card came in handy which allowed him to meet with the producer here, which was something he set up prior. Though that wasn't the main reason he brought along that card.

"Ishi!" When he walked in, he was greeted with the imagery dozens of idols getting themselves dolled up to be meeting with hundreds of people. Chiana spotted him and cheerfully greeted him as she came up and gave him a hug. Since they were surrounded by her peers, the girl had to play up the act, so he had little choice but to play along. "It's wonderful of you to drop by, did you come to see the producer?"