"Song of Love"

Sister Dear! "Opening" theme

Cast- Naomi and Ryoko Amaterasu

Setting- Backstage with the Two faced Wolves

Words- 4,200

This is part of the RP canon, in Naomi's POV
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Wake up, idiot.

I had to keep saying that to myself. I'm still not sure what I was dreaming about, but Ryoko was in it. I missed her so badly that weekend, and I have no idea why. Well, I do NOW, but back then I was clueless.

I was pressing myself to wake up so quickly because that weekend I was going on a little vacation. My favorite local band, the Two faced Wolves, were playing near Astraea Hill. I got the OK to go from mom and dad and they bought my ticket. I guess when you start bringing your grades up and start listening to them, then parents aren't all bad. Anyway, I had no school work to do and Winter was being really annoying, so I went to the mall first to do a little shopping. I needed something warm for the walk to and from the bus station, after all, and I was a little sick of the Spica uniform to be honest. So to the mall I went.

I picked out a decent enough outfit, just a winter coat with a cute ribbon for a top button. I got a pair of earmuffs too, but that's not important. Oh, and the pants I got were cargos- I think medical? Anyway the outfit was baggy and kind of too big for me- Just the way I wanted it. I wanted to draw little attention and just enjoy the show. The mall wasn't too terribly crowded though, so I stayed and had a little lunch first too. Miso soup and a small serving of white rice with a bit of cinnamon. Odd, I know, but I liked it. Forgot the name of the place, but I might go there again someday if I'm at the mall again.

So that's when I saw Azriella. Yes, THE Azriella from the very band I was going to see. She didn't notice me, and I didn't make myself known, but some guys came over and started talking to her. I could tell she didn't like them, but she seemed to be doing fine. Then I started thinking- Were the others there too? Was the entire band just hanging out at the mall before the show? Nah, too good to be true. But that's the thing-- They kinda were. I saw Yo next. Yo Seioni, the backup vocals for some of their newer stuff. She and Az had a good harmony, and I was honestly a little jealous of their friendship. I had nobody that liked what I liked back at Astraea to hang out with. Except for maybe Chiyo, but does the shrine duty count? Does she even call me her friend?

Anyway, I'm getting sidetracked. Yo actually came up to me. That's when my legs got weak- Admittedly, I was kind of into her. Az too. Hell, the whole band was gorgeous. Throw some great music into the mix and-- Wait, no. bad Naomi. Don't swoon on the readers. So Yo comes up to me and just casually goes "Hey, what time is it?" like she was the most normal person in the world or something. Yo fricking Seioni just approached ME. I was too starstruck to answer at first, but I think she caught onto that and put a finger to her lips, as if to "shh" me.

"We're kind of trying to keep the crowds off 'til curtain. Can you do that for me?" she asked. My God her voice was gorgeous. And those eyes just pierced me, like she could trace my mind without even trying. She was very mature looking, which betrayed her black and purple hair tremendously.

"I-it's 4:30 Yo-sama" I replied nervously.

"Hey hey, don't be so stiff. I can tell you're a fan, so why not be cool? We're just people like you- not some kind of royalty. What's your name?"

"N-naomi."

She kind of paused for a second. I didn't get why at the time. But then she asked me something out of the blue.

"You from Astraea?"

"Y-yeah." another pause. She kind of gave me a once over with her eyes. It was odd, but she seemed to be analyzing my body. I thought she was fantasizing. Which yeah, gave me an ego boost, but I was also feeling a little awkward. After a while she smiled and put out her hand.

"Yo Seioni. Nice to meet you."

I had no way of knowing what was about to happen would be a stain on my faith. No way of seeing that I was about to go on a series of events that would probably put me in Hell. So with the greetings out of the way, she ran back to Az and told her the time I assume. I didn't follow. I started to go about my day, and then Yo came back over.

"Mind if I shop with you a little while? The guys are off doing something else and I guess Az has something private to take care of."

And then Yo basically asked me to hang out with her. Me, a total stranger from a prissy academy three-way with no knowledge of who I was or if we would even get along. A princess asks a commoner to dance, I guess.

"S-sure, but I'm almost done. I don't know if I'll be much fun." I replied.

"That rhymed." she giggled. Yo giggled at me!I could melt right there, but no, she then continued.

"Well, I'm almost done too. Just needed a new pair of headphones and wanted to check if our album made it to the mall yet."

"It did." I said, flat out. "I have a copy back home. I got it right over there at Stereo Hut."

"Fantastic!" she exclaimed. She grabbed my hand and dragged me in. Yo was touching me now. If I had a penny for every time I almost fainted during this little excursion... Anyway, she proceeded to dig around the store for her album, and she eyed a few at the same time. One was her band's album, and another was Third Strike- My sister's band. At this I just had to speak up.

"They're pretty good. I have a few signed albums of theirs." I said. She seemed to take that to heart and contemplate something about the albums in hand before purchasing both of them, and signing the one of TFW, then handing it to me.

"Now you've got signed stuff from us too." she said, smiling. That time I DID swoon a bit. I couldn't even be subtle about it- Literally right in front of her, swooned. At this I expected her to mock me, or laugh, or just give me this long winded thing about public affection. But, she actually caught me as I was about to fall. That DEFINITELY didn't help my swooning, but she eventually stood me up and got me to lean against a wall for support.

"I didn't know you were THAT big a fan." she said, kind of in a more monotone way than I expected. I was shocked at first, but then she kept talking. "Don't worry too much. We usually keep a low profile, so I'm not really used to talking to the fans very much."

That made sense. Not only was TFW a local indie band, but Yo was new to it. I only knew about them because Ryoko was also an indie musician, before she was taken from me. I didn't get along with her, but I did know a bit about indie music thanks to her. God, how I wish I could see her again. Ryoko, I mean. I don't think I ever will though.

"Still awake?" I heard. "We're playing tonight, but I'm pretty sure you already knew that. I'd be honored if you'd come out to see us." she finished, finally taking her hand off me(As I realize now she had her hand on my shoulder to support me this whole time) and backing up. I nodded, excitement probably just spray painted all over my features. At this I pulled out my ticket and showed her.

"One step ahead there!" I said, stars practically in my eyes. That's when she took that ticket, and took a bit of a look at it. I'm not sure why. I guess it's a musician thing or something. Anyway, she handed me the ticket again and then something else. A lanyard with a small plastic pouch, with their band logo going down the fabric in various places. Inside the plastic was a paper that said "VIP"

I fainted.

When I woke up, I assume a few seconds later, she was gone. I was upright with some people around me, just kind of eying me and asking if I was okay. None of them were her though. I was clutching the ticket and the VIP pass tightly as I stood and bowed in thanks to everyone for keeping an eye on me-It was only proper-before making my way back to Astraea. When I got there I showed the pass to Chiyo, but she didn't seem very responsive. I dunno what my cousin did to her THIS time, but it was bad. I wanted to help her, but the show was starting and a knock came to the room that probably belonged to her new roommate, so I darted off. I did promise Chiyo I'd bring Arceia to see her if I saw her though. It was 6:25, and the show was due for 8. I was heading off a bit early, but whatever.

The bus ride had nothing of note worth to mention, except for this one girl kind of nervously shaking in the back of the bus. Her white hair was pretty, but I couldn't see much else under the mountain of clothing she seemed to be wearing. Some people sure know how to dress for the weather, I suppose. I was wearing my new Winter outfit as well, and in it I probably wouldn't stand out too much. The clock struck 7 and the doors to the concert opened. I quickly found my seat and proceeded to picture message the stage to my folks, who texted me back that they're glad I got there safe. Such a mom answer on dad's phone.So, i had an hour to burn and didn't want to get out of my seat. I decided to try texting the hour away, but as I went down my contacts list, I noticed a new name.

>Yo

My heart skipped. She put her number in my phone? Why? Who was I to her? Last I checked I was just some rabid fangirl who almost melted in her arms. I was a nobody compared to her, so why would I be worth her time to add. Especially on a cell phone-What i considered an extremely personal device with which only my closest friends and family could gain access to. I was a little hurt and a little ecstatic at the same time. I eyed the number for a while and took it all in. A celebrity of sorts wanted to contact me-- Er, wanted me to contact them. The only other numbers I had were my parents, Ryoko, Arceia, and Kendall. June too, but her number changed ALL the time so I don't count that too often.

The lights dimmed, and I realized I had been staring at the contact for the entire hour. Why was I so mesmerized?

The band came out, and Az approached the mic. She greeted the audience, thanked them for coming out, and then they started to play. I was focused entirely on Yo the whole time- her singing, even in the background, was beautiful. She got so into it, too-Dancing and swaying to the music. The band performed as well as they recorded, and left nothing on the stage when they were done the first song. There wasn't a dissatisfied person in the building. That's when something odd happened though. Yo stepped forward and took the mic.

"This one, for the cool girl I hung out with today."

I fainted again.

This spell was much shorter though, as I caught most of the song. The only thing I missed was the intro guitar and the slow bass rise. I found myself trying and being unable to pay full attention to the lyrics, lost in the beat entirely. I wish I knew the message she was trying to give me in the song with all my heart. When it was over, she whispered "Naomi" into her microphone.

Three times in one day. new record, Naomi.

So, when I woke up again, the show was in full swing. I could tell they were pouring everything into this, as any good musician should. The entire band was like a single unit- one precise machine that worked together in perfect harmony with itself. They blew me away. I almost didn't feel my phone vibrate, but I managed to catch it when the song died down. It was a text from Kendall.

>Good morning.

Allow me to explain. Kendall was my sister's job. As in, Ryoko babysat her a lot when we were little. She's also my cousin, and had been comatose for almost a year before I got this text. naturally, I was taken aback by her being awake when most of us had given up hope. This was the best news I would receive until later that night, although that news came at a price.

The show ended, and the band took a bow, thanking us for our support and ending saying "See you all in Hollywood, right?" to which the crowd roared in applause. I shook a little, standing up to make my way out. I think Yo saw me though, because she called me down.

"Hey there cutie, get down here." she said, followed by "Yeah, Naomi, come on down."

Everybody was confused. Except me. I hesitated at first, but did make my way to the stage, albeit slowly. When I got there, Yo put out her hand and pulled me up. It was only at this point I noticed the layout of the building(I was a bit preoccupied, fainting the entire time and all) and it was a little smaller than it felt. Still, it was decently respectable size. So there I was, being kissed by Yo Seioni-- And fainting for the fourth time.

I stirred again, this time in her dressing room. She didn't even look over to me, but she knew I was awake somehow.

"Sorry about that. Didn't think you'd collapse on me." she said, tying her hair back in a mirror. The room was small, and I assume the other band members shared it as well. I'm not sure where they were, but we were alone right then.

"W-why?" was all I could manage.

"Well, a cutie like you spent the afternoon with me and showed my work a lot of support. Call it a gift." she said, turning to me with a wink. Oh God, do not get me started on that wink. I about fainted again, if not for the fact that I didn't want to embarrass myself again.

"I'm just some girl though."

"Beg to differ. I can tell there's a bit to you that you aren't letting on."

I couldn't deny that. But that stuff is back at rehab where it belongs.

"You got me. But why does that matter?" I asked. I probably shouldn't have.

"Asking why something matters is like saying it doesn't without actually saying it. We all have our skeletons in the closet, and they make us human. I dunno, I just get this vibe from you that I should get to know you." she ended that with an arm around my shoulder.

"So you kiss me? I think dinner and a show would have been a good start."

"We did that though." she replied. Damn, she was good. The concert counted, and I did eat while I was on my way in.

"Okay, that's fair. Still, so publicly?"

"What's wrong with that?"

"Well, nothing, unless you'd fainted like five times already." dammit, I just admitted to that.

"Whoa now, you might wanna get that looked at."

"Oh no, it's nothing medical, trust me."

It was more emotional and craving than anything. Damn, some old habits just don't go away.

"So tell me about yourself, Naomi." she stated. There wasn't a question in there. And like a puppy, I completely submitted.

"Well, I go to Spica, my major right now is history, I love archery, and I'm a third year."

Why was I doing this? Acting so casually toward this total stranger who happens to have stolen my phone, publicly kissed me, and then took me into her... Dressing...

And then I started blushing uncontrollably. It didn't click until just then. I was in her room, likely on her bed, being asked about myself. I was taken here after a public display of affection. She put her number in my phone... This girl was just like I used to be. She was craving a body, and I was that body. I started shaking too. Yo seemed content to not notice this though, as she hadsome kind of internal debate with herself once again. Finally moving, she started unbuttoning her blouse, revealing--

Well, this just got a lot more awkward. That was the same tattoo Ryoko got. The circle with the X through it, right over the breastline. She didn't seem to notice I was still in the room, or she was very used to undressing in front of strangers or something.

"That tattoo looks familiar." I finally said. She froze for a good long while after I said that, and then started covering it up again before turning back to me. She looked me dead in the eyes, and I could see panic.

"What was your last name?" she asked.

"Amaterasu." I stated.

This is when everything went to Hell, probably including myself. Yo started shivering, put her hand to her lips, and then started crying. She ended up landing on the bed after a good five minutes of trying to keep her balance and crying rather hard. I had no idea why, until another pretty big spot of time passed by. She finally stopped crying and turned her head to me. She was smiling.

"You've been doing well, Na-chan. I couldn't even recognize you." I think that second part was more to herself than to me. but the only person i know who used to call me that was...

And then I started crying.

"No, no way... You can't..." I gasped between my sobs. "We saw the remains... There was an investigation..."

"Na-chan, I know. I did it on purpose." she replied.

"Why?! Why would you leave us, Ry-chan?!" I started crying into her chest, burying myself into the sister I had lost.

"At first it was depression. Then it became a need to start a new life. I wanted to come back, to keep going to school, but..."

"But what? How can you possibly justify this?!" I probably sounded a lot meaner than I should have.

"Hey now, last I checked you hated me. Why do you even care?"

"I..." I sniffled, looked up at her, shook my head, and held her tightly. "I could never hate my Ry-chan! I was a mess! A full on wreck! If anything I thought you hated me!"

"Never, Na-chan. Though yes, you definitely were a wreck. When did you... you know, get so healthy? And when did you age so well? I thought you were a totally different person!"

"Stop changing the subject." I snapped. "Mom and dad were devastated. Poor Kendall cried for months. Even June cried. How could you do this to us?"

She sighed, and it was obvious she was holding back tears again.

"I wasn't thinking, okay? I just... I couldn't deal with it anymore. So much pressure on me to be some big shot, then the Mitsuru thing, and then sis..."

Don't. Please, Ryoko, don't finish that thought. I've been trying to pretend she's alive this whole time. I swear I will break down right here, please don't finish that.

"... When she left, i just couldn't handle it. I had to get away."

"Ry-chan..." I couldn't even speak. Neither of us could for a solid twenty minutes. We just sat there, rocking each other and crying. We never saw eye to eye, us two. In fact, I always thought she hated me. But now, here, where there weren't any real world pressures or parents and now that I was in control of my own mind again...

I missed out on a wonderful sister.

"We need to bring you home. To catch up for lost time." I proposed. Please, please Ryoko, have a brain!

"I can't, Na-chan... Much as I want to spend time with you and see the family, I know for sure it would end with me incarcerated. Faking one's own death is not exactly slap on the wrist worthy."

"But... So much time Ry-chan... I want to KNOW you! I want to have a sister!"

"Well..." she paused. Her eyes shifted to the pillows and she decided it would be a good time to lay down. "We did kiss."

I had forgotten in the moment. But yes, we had. I had kissed my... I'm going to Hell. No way was I going to be forgiven for that one.

"W-what are you saying, Ry-chan?"

"Ever think there's a reason we didn't see eye to eye? Something between us that meant we couldn't be friendly whatsoever?"

"It was the drugs." I stated bluntly. "But our parents paid for rehab! I-i'm all better, Ry-chan! Please, come home..."

"You know why I can't, Na-chan. but maybe there was more to it than that." she rolled onto her side, and kind of eyed me again. Not like back at the mall. This was a longing eye.

"Maybe sharing a house blinded us to what we had all along."

"R-ry-chan?"

"Na-chan, what did you feel when we kissed?"

That came out of nowhere. But if I had to put it into words...

"I fainted. It was that good. Like somebody just pushed the happy button or something. W-why does that--"

She kissed me again. This time it lasted a while. I don't know why, but I couldn't pull back. I wanted it-- I liked it. This was right, or at least it felt right. But it was so wrong... God would hate me. And yet, there I was, just allowing my own flesh and blood to kiss me.

She finally pulled back after a few minutes, I assume, and smiled.

"And that time?"

I fell over, almost landing on top of her to the side. my head rested next to her stomach.

"R-ry-chan... W-we're related... T-this is..." I had to catch my breath. Dammit, why was she such a good kisser? "... Wrong."

"Is it really? Does it feel wrong?"

... dammit.

"N-no, but..."

"If it doesn't feel wrong, why is it wrong?"

... God dammit.

"Na-chan... Maybe blood is as far as our sisterhood goes. maybe there's another world entirely for us.

... God freaking dammit, I can't stand this anymore. I had to kiss her back. And so I did. For a while. It never went beyond that, but the air was ripe with some kind of feeling I had never had. A true connection to a person in a way I didn't know possible. Was this was romance was like?

"Ry-chan..." I sighed, cuddling against her there. I was doing it all on instinct by this point. Nothing was a thought anymore, and I was okay with that. God, please forgive me, I think I'm--

"Na-chan..." I heard before a kiss was placed on my forehead.

-- In love with my sister.

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SOOOOO -COUGH- That was awesome!

Does Az know about any of this? Or rather, did she find out sometime between this post and when I start playing her again?

That, I'm leaving up to you. If you're bringing Az back at any point, I'm calling this canon to Naomi's growth. XD