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A Small Favor (Michiru x Yachiyo)

Synopsis: Michiru had a small favor she wanted to ask of Yachiyo, but not for the reasons one would think

Rating: G

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It was normal for the actors themselves to get ready in their costumes. Very rarely did they have outside help when it came to actually getting ready. The help normally was just suggestions on how to dress up for whatever role they were doing was.

However, Michiru wanted to do something a bit different. She didn't really know why, but she had a thought in the back of her mind that just wouldn't go away.

She wanted to ask Yachiyo to do her makeup.

When the thought had first surfaced, Michiru had no idea where it had even come from. But, after thinking it over for a bit, she realized why. It wasn't that she actually cared for Yachiyo doing her makeup. She just wanted an excuse to be near her kohai. Because... maybe she had a bit of a crush on Yachiyo.

In her defense, Yachiyo was always pushing her buttons. Getting far too close to her. Always seeming to have some reason to be around her.

That had to mean something, didn't it? Was Yachiyo doing all of that to try and get this type of reaction out of her? Because if so, it was working. And if not, then why else did Yachiyo seem to have such a big interest in her compared to literally everyone else in this place?

Michiru approached Yachiyo while she was doing her hair. They had an hour till it was time to perform. More than enough time to do this and ride out whatever emotions came out of this.

"Yachiyo?" Michiru called her name sweetly.

"Hmm? Do you need something, Michiru-senpai?" Yachiyo asked, not even looking at her.

"I was wondering if you could do me a favor."

"What is it?" Yachiyo gave Michiru a bit more of her attention.

"Well..." Michiru smiled innocently. "Would you help me with my makeup? I like the style you are doing for you more than the style I was doing for myself."

Yachiyo eyed her up. Did she think this was a trap? What could Michiru even be trying to do otherwise than just want help? Then again, with Yachiyo's tendency to get too into a role, it might not be that surprising.

"Only if you'll do something for me in return~" Yachiyo hummed.

Michiru eyed her up this time. "As long as it's not something outrageous, then deal."

"Okay. Then let me get my things."

Before long, they were doing her makeup. Michiru felt her heart rate increase as Yachiyo got up and personal.

"So... is this really all you wanted?" Yachiyo asked.

Had she already figured out there was something else going on? Michiru thought she was doing well to hide her emotions. Had Yachiyo managed to see through her?

"What ever do you mean, Yachiyo?" Michiru played dumb.

"Isn't this just an excuse to get closer to your favorite kohai?" Yachiyo teased.

"Favorite? What gave you that impression?" Michiru laughed.

Yachiyo faked a hurt expression at her words. "Ouch... don't tell me our little Shiori has won over your heart in my place."

Michiru rolled her eyes. "Always so extra, aren't you, Yachiyo."

"You haven't denied it, senpai~" Yachiyo winked teasingly at her.

Michiru smirked, a sudden idea popping into her head. Before Yachiyo could say another word, Michiru grabbed the younger girl by her shirt and pulled her into a kiss. Yachiyo startled at the sudden contact, but quickly adapted and went along with it.

They pulled back. Yachiyo had a prideful smirk on her face.

"I was right~" Yachiyo chuckled. "You do like me."

"And? Doesn't mean I have to continue this." Michiru shot back.

Yachiyo grabbed her shirt where her heart would be. "Oh, you've killed me with your coldness, Michiru-senpai."

"Stop being so dramatic."

"Nope."

Michiru sighed. "I suppose if you weren't dramatic I wouldn't have fallen for you."

Yachiyo blinked at her. Had that caught her off guard? Michiru was arguably quite closed off with her feelings.

"So... does this mean... you'll date me?" Yachiyo asked.

"Hmm... I don't know."

"Eh?" Yachiyo's eyes went wide.

"I'm joking." Michiru chuckled. "I'll date you."

"Meanie..."

"That's what you get for your behavior." Michiru stated smugly. "Two can play at your games, Yachiyo."

"Just shut up and kiss me, senpai."

"So bossy."

"Senpai!" Yachiyo pouted.

Michiru rolled her eyes at Yachiyo's protests. "You're cute when you're pouting like that."

"Stop teasing me."

"Payback for all the teasing I've endured from you."

Yachiyo decided to take the initiative since Michiru was clearly enjoying toying with her instead. She kissed Michiru. Michiru didn't stop her.

"So this is why you guys are taking so long?" A voice broke into the silence of the room.

The two girls quickly separated. They both looked at the intruder.

"Mei Fan?!"

Mei Fan offered an embarrassed smile. "Akira-san sent me to see what was taking you guys so long. Um... congrats on the relationship??"

"Please don't tell anyone..." Michiru gave a threatening look.

"Ah... of course, Michiru-san. I won't say a word about this." Mei Fan replied nervously. "Please hurry up or Akira-san will come here."

"We'll be done in a few minutes."

Mei Fan nodded and quickly left the room. Michiru and Yachiyo both let out a sigh after she left.

"We can continue our... conversation after the show. Let's hurry up." Michiru stated.

"Am I still doing your makeup?" Yachiyo asked in a teasing voice.

"You started it, might as well finish it." Michiru replied.

Yachiyo nodded and went back to work. At least she was already done getting ready. All that was left was this and then all of them were ready to go on stage when it was time.

"So... are we girlfriends now?" Yachiyo asked.

"If we're dating, then yes we are. Unless you don't like that term?" Michiru replied.

"I'm fine being called whatever you like best, senpai." Yachiyo hummed. "So you're my girlfriend now."

"And you're mine."

"Are we keeping this relationship a secret for long?"

"Just for a bit. Since Mei Fan already knows, we might as well just get it out for the others."

"Just tell me when."