School Idols and... Girl bands?

Chapter 1

Bright lights.

A massive cheering crowd.

The feeling of euphoria and freedom.

The Budokan.

Honoka opened her eyes slightly to look at the time and was slightly relieved to see that she had woken up a few minutes before her alarm was supposed to go off. That dream... I will make it a reality one day.

As she was getting up to get ready for school her phone beeped. As Honoka picked it up, she couldn't help the bright smile that spread across her face when she saw who it was from. Tsubasa..

Tsubasa --> Honoka

Good morning gorgeous, we still on for our date after school today?

Honoka --> Tsubasa

Ohayo! Of course :) Are we still having a double date with Anju and Erena?

Tsubasa --> Honoka

Yes, and you'll meet up with us in front of UTX

Honoka --> Tsubasa

Great! I can't wait!! Have a good day at school, babe.

Tsubasa --> Honoka

You too :)

When Honoka was finished getting dressed and putting her hair up in her signature side pony tail, she rushed downstairs to grab her morning bread. As she was slipping on her shoes she checked the time and saw she was leaving on time for once. As she ran out of the house and shut the door, she remembered something. Ah! I get to pick up my beautiful guitar today after having some maintenance done on it.. Note to self, stop playing so crazy so I don't damage the neck again... Honoka was so absorbed in her thoughts she didn't realize she had arrived at school and had walked past her 2 childhood friends. She jumped a little as someone tapped her on the shoulder and called her name.

"Good morning, Honoka. You're surprisingly on time today, but you seemed deep in thought. Are you okay?" Umi asked, voice slightly concerned but with an impressed look in her eyes.

"Ah morning Umi, Kotori. I'm fine, I was just thinking about the err, errands I have to do after school. Which reminds me, I won't be able to make it to practice today. Please forgive me!" Honoka closed her eyes and clasped her hands together looking apologetic. Kotori, her other childhood friend and fellow 2nd year giggled while Umi just sighed.

"I guess it can't be helped, but you'll have to tell the others, alright? Now, lets hurry and get to class before we're late." The 2nd year trio headed to class to get situated before the bell rang.

Can this day go any slower? The bell had just rung announcing it was time for lunch. The 2nd year trio were headed to the club room to eat with the other 6 members of μ's as the third years and student council members, Ayase Eli and Toujo Nozomi had just joined two days prior so everyone wanted to eat together and chat. As Honoka opened the door to the room, she saw only the 1st years and the 3rd year Nazawa Nico had arrived.

"Pardon the intrusion" Honoka, Umi, and Kotori all took a seat at the table and got out their meals. Well, if Honoka's lunch of bread could really be called a meal...but anyways.

A few minutes later, everyone looked up to the sound of the door sliding open. Honoka smiled and said hello to the last two members of Muse to arrive.

"Ohayo Eli, Nozomi!" They returned the greetings and went to sit at the table with the others.

"Ah, excuse me" Everyone turned to look at their leader with various expressions of curiosity. "I won't be able to make it to practice today, I have some things I must get done after school. Hehe, you all can practice without me today but don't worry! I'll make it up double time tomorrow." Honoka sheepishly rubbed the back of her head as she apologized. Everyone looked to agree, except Umi that is. She looked more inquisitive than anything.

"Honoka, what exactly do you have to do today anyways?" Honoka slightly paled, but went unnoticed thankfully. She quickly tried to gather her thoughts as she tried to come up with something to say.

"I, uh, have to man the shop for my mom." I didn't stutter and actually sounded somewhat believable! Phew, it doesn't look like they know I was lying. I mean, it was partially truthful as I did need to help around the shop tonight but I got Yukiho to cover for me...

Umi nods "I see. It's good to see you being responsible for once"

"Ehh?! I'm responsible all the time!" Honoka shouted indignantly while pouting. Everyone burst into laughter and she soon found herself laughing along.

As soon as the bell rang indicating the school day was over and that club activities would start, Honoka jumped up out of her seat, grabbed her things, and booked it down to the lockers to change shoes before Kotori or Umi could get a word in edge wise. As she went out the door and started walking towards the entrance, she took out her phone.

Honoka --> Tsubasa

I'm leaving now, I should be there shortly! I feel like I haven't seen you in years :(

Tsubasa --> Honoka

Haha, Honoka dear, we just saw each other on Saturday and it's only Monday! But, I missed you too. We'll be waiting out front for you.

With that, Honoka put her phone away and walked as fast as she could without running to UTX. She was almost to her destination, and as she was walking up the stairs she saw her girlfriend along with Anju and Erena walking and waving towards her. She beamed and lifted a hand to wave back and increased her pace. Honoka quickly latched onto Tsubasa and almost knocked them to the ground by the force of it.

"It's good to see you too babe" Tsubasa patted Honoka's back before releasing her.

Honoka took a step back and turned her attention to the other two girls.

"Ohayo, Anju, Erena!"

"Hello Honoka, good to see you" Anju returned while Erena nodded back in acknowledgement with a smile.

"Ano, I have to stop by Edogawa Music sometime today to pick up my guitar."

"Ah, we'll make sure we stop there after the movie, that okay with you?" Tsubasa asks.

"Mm!" Honoka agreed with a smile.

It was later in the day when Honoka, Tsubasa, Erena, and Anju were leaving the theater when Honoka's phone rang. She paused and fished out her phone from her pocket. Taking a quick glance at the caller ID, she quickly answered.

"Hey Kasumi!"

Hii Honoka! I have a question for you

"Hmm? What's up?" She got some questioning glances from her friends but held up a finger.

Are you busy this Friday?

"Not that I know of, why?"

There is going to be a live show at CiRCLE friday night, and there is room for one more band. I would of asked a lot sooner, but it came up kinda last minute. Even we just heard about it. Do you think you and your band 'Mystic Rain' could play? The usual bands will be there including us and Roselia. Pleeeeeease??

"I'd love to, but could I give you a more definitive answer later on tonight? I would need to ask the others"

Of course! Talk to you later then!

"Mhm bye!" She hung up the phone and turned her attention to the rest of the group. All of a sudden Honoka started jogging ahead while yelling back

"Let's goo! I can't wait any longer to have my baby back in my hands!" Tsubasa, Anju, and Erena laughed and tried to catch up with the speeding orange bullet named Honoka.