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 Posted: Sun Apr 18, 2010 9:46 pm
What a shock, it was so surprising,
You looked so small and frail------------------------------------------------}:-  Izzy Lucky
At times life can be so enlightening .uoy no nrut nac ti tuB
The beaming smile back just let Izzy's smile continue for moments longer. He actually was happy and that in itself caused the whole day to not be an entire loss. His head leaned upon his hand and he laughed yet again. "You are sounding like your from the promotions and marketing department. Are you sure you're Nakai? Mmm...I've not heard you sing yet." He put a finger to his lip and seemed semi-thoughtful which might have been more of a mischievous grin.
"I should take you to Karaoke one night so you can prove to me you are Nakai because you should be able to out perform your competitors." He winked as he teased the man as the good mood continued to fill the room. "But for now, mmmm...dessert. I'd love to go to the shop. If its not far, we could walk."
Izzy was a very personable sort outside of work and things sort of devolved that direction unwittingly on his part but the wine sort of facilitated the means to a more relaxed manager. His eyes watched the glass that Kai swirled and then looked away to tuck the mess of files back into a soft briefcase. "I sort these things out later." It was the only sigh that might have indicated that he still had thoughts about previous hours in the back of his mind.
"Alright, well I won't keep you after midnight but don't stay out too late if you can manage it. I'd like to meet you at the Studio tomorrow and then we can really get started." he said while firmly tapping the button closed on his briefcase. Then, he sat back and sipped on his water, while Kai finished the wine.
Actually, as Izzy thought about it, he realized how much he was also enjoying the conversation and was rather happy they'd be going to dessert together too. It seemed a fine way to end the evening and as well give Izzy a little time to shake off the tipsy feeling. However, he couldn't help feel a tiny twinge of disappointment that Kai would have to leave at midnight. Sort of like Cinderella, but then again, the man had a personal life, and he was indeed not a part of that. He was just the Star's manager.
Pushing the glasses up on his nose, he smiled at Kai then said, "I'm ready when you are." By now he was rather curious about the dessert shop unsure of what to expect because while he had been to this restaurant he had not explored much around it. He didn't want to say how much he liked sweets but the effect of a good chocolate on the soul was rather profound. Maybe he could learn a few more things about Kai that weren't in the file. "So tell me about this dessert shop on the way?" His question alone could have told Kai by the sparkles in his eyes that Izzy liked sweets. "I hope that the desserts aren't as expensive as the wine!"
Although, he wanted to be careful not to blur the lines between work and pleasure too much. However, this night, maybe it had been OK to be a bit less work and a bit more just himself. Seemed it had worked wonders on their dinner. But tomorrow, he really had to be just a manager and do his damnedest to make Kai's star shine brightest.
-:{------------------------------------------------I didn't know what to do
I grabbed the tiger by the tail!
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 12:18 pm
When was the first time?
What incident had shaped his life so much?
Had changed him?
It was music, wasn't it?
Music as the catalyst... the harbinger of his own suffering... his small ray of peace...
Such a contradicting thing...
Every time a note was played, the pain in his heart swelled.
And yet... every single tone and pitch lifted his soul.
Music...
It reminded him of so much, and yet of nothing at all.
Contradicting...
But wasn't everything contradicting?
He loved HIM...
He loved Sai...
They weren't the same, but in many ways they were...
'But Sai's gone...' Naoko thought to himself, feeling a sharp pang of regret and anger at what had transpired.
But what really had happened?
He couldn't quite seem to remember...
The feeling of loneliness prevailed.
A feeling all too familiar...
And in his mind he saw him so clearly, as if no time had passed away at all...
'Hayato...'
~ ~ ~
"Sometimes, I think Yuu and Tooru need to just get a room and make up already. Their constant fighting it about to drive me nuts."
Laughing slightly, Naoko nodded, "I don't blame you for that thought... I'm half tempted to pay for the hotel." the blond spoke, taking a long drag on his cigarette.
The drummer and bassist were quite a pair... and had been in love prior to their band actually going public. But lately, the two were at one another's throats... making for some rather complicated rehearsals and performances.
At least complicated as far as Oumori was concerned.
Naoko was sitting against the wall outside the back entrance to a small night club known as Chyphoon. Dressed in his after-hours garb of tight black pants and a midriff shirt, both of which he preferred over the frills and lace of his on-stage dress.
Of course Naoko wasn't alone outside, because standing next to the pianist was an incredibly handsome dark haired man.
A man who just happened to be Hikari ya Yami's vocalist.
"We could just leave them here to sort out their differences, Hayato." Naoko said, leaning his head back and staring up at the night sky.
No stars... well, that wasn't too unusual these days...
Hayato laughed, "Lets go grab a couple drinks, Naoko. I've got a well stocked cabinet at my place." he reached out, grabbing the blond's hand and helping him to his feet. "Besides, those two could be at it for hours."
Nodding, Naoko accepted the seemingly harmless invite.
If only he had known the course his future would soon take...
(((OOC: So, this is the first in a series of flashbacks that Naoko is having while unconscious. I wanted to get something posted up, but my mind's also trying to figure out how to do a few more flashbacks without having to get very descriptive...)))
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 12:30 pm
"Just what are you implying, Hiroki?" Koyasu asked, standing in the doorway now and watching the retreating secretary. "If you think I can't win Izzy Lucky over to my side without promising to pay the man off..." Akihiko smirked darkly. "I'd wager that you're dead wrong."
He stepped further into the hall, keeping his ice blue gaze on the man.
"Make a deal with me, Hiroki. Place a wager. I'll win... and that's what you're so damn afraid of... isn't it?" he asked with a menacing laugh.
Oh no... Narcissus wasn't about to be outdone by a mere secretary.
Especially one who didn't fear the dark haired man's own power.
Or one who thought he only answered to the old man...
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 12:58 pm
NPC - Shounen Pop
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:-  Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
Hiroki stopped in the hall, his skin was just rankling over the Koyasu-kun's determination to wager with him. He knew it was better not to make bets with the monster. He glanced back over his shoulder and looked at the young man for a moment. He was such a handsome young man if only he was as pretty on the inside as the outside.
He again, shoved aside the pointed addressing of his first name even though, knowing the intimacy was meant to disturb him as well. Koyasu-kun would use anything to get what he wanted -try anything too. He shook his head realizing the boy just didn't get it sometimes.
Sighing once he stopped and turned so Koyasu-kun could hear him, "Koyasu-kun, let me lay it out to you so you are able to see things clearly. One, Your grandfather will not just give you Izzy Lucky because you demand it. Why? You already refused the manager once, and to turn around and give him to you would make the Chairman appear weak in front of his employees. You would have to offer something better than money to get his approval that would allow him to save face in front of his employees."
Taking a breath, he tilted his head just a little staring the cold blue eyes back with his rich brown ones. He wasn't afraid of Koyasu-kun. "Two, As for winning Izzy Lucky over to your side as a manager without paying him off? Through honest means?? That wager might be interesting, Koyasu-kun. But since when have you been able to win the hearts of others without terror, money...blackmail? Yes, that would be a wager even your grandfather might find appealing."
But he did reflect for a moment, "Koyasu-kun, what are you wanting to wager? And even if I were interested, I won't do anything that will affect my place in the company, the company, or your grandfather. While you might not like me all the time, I do serve your grandfather with the utmost ability."
And then he added, "Also, as far as Nakai, your grandfather specifically wants that Star to start rising. His match with Lucky is a good one. Please think about the business dynamics. We need more than just your Star shining in the Heavens." That part he ended with a smile. As far as Koyasu-kun's performance as a Star, the man was superb.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
NPC - Shounen Pop
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 1:05 pm
Smiling ever so softly, Akihiko walked forward until he was standing right beside Asato. He draped one arm over the man's shoulders and sighed.
"You're so naive sometimes, Hiroki-kun." the prodigy spoke, though not with his usual teasing tone. "You think all I can do is wave my money and power around like a little toy for some dog to go fetch..." he made a 'tsk 'tsk sound. "I'll gain Izzy Lucky as a manager without blackmail, without harming the company, without paying him off, AND... without harming that precious new star known as Nakai." his smile turned a tad bit dark a few moments later. "All you have to wager, is that you'll do any SINGLE thing I ask, just one thing. I promise it won't affect the company or ojisan or your place in the company."
Blue eyes focused intently on Hiroki once more. "You've got my word."
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 1:54 pm
NPC - Shounen Pop
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
He allowed the man to touch him, he still had to work with the man and give some semblance of friendliness since he was the Chairman's son. But he wasn't naive, he knew that Koyasu-kun tended to use easy tactics like money and power first. Hiroki had a whole book on Koyasu-kun's expenses...at least the ones that had been recorded. And most of those, appeared legit but sometimes he wondered. "I am actually rather curious how you might achieve all this."
"One single thing? That won't affect my place in the company, the Chairman, or the company itself. This includes publicity...It can't be something that come back on the company etc..." Hiroki thought he was thorough and at least that would cover embarrassing public stunts or anything else that might get back to newspaper or TV. He knew Koyasu-kun had a dark sense of humor at times.
"Your word, eh?" he returned and seemed thoughtful. For the most part, Koyasu-kun followed through with things he promised good or bad. Rarely did he promise though unless he expected to have an advantage. However, Hiroki still didn't think that Koyasu-kun could pull things off without a stunt or two. "Maybe I can make this wager..."
"Mmm...and if I win, Koyasu-kun. I'd like..." He had to think about that for a moment because there were many things he'd like. Many things indeed. The thought of being a tad bit greedy for once appealed to Hiroki but if he was too greedy undoubtedly it would come back on him.
"...I'd like you to...Mmmm...." he reached into his briefcase and pulled out a pamphlet. "I'd like you to arrange to sing at this charity venue this Summer for disadvantaged and disabled teens. And be warm and fuzzy to a few of the kids. Most of them don't ever get to see a Star like you. I'd like them to have a good impression." He smiled thoughtfully as he handed Koyasu-kun the sheet.
He wasn't sure he'd even take it because Narcissus was never warm and fuzzy with anything. The venue certainly wasn't Koyasu-kun's style to say the least, however, Hiroki had a softer spot for disabled and disadvantaged kids. The fact was that his younger sister was disabled, so it certain gave Hiroki food for thought each time Koyasu-kun acted like a demanding brat.
"But for my own personal want...mmm...I can't ask you to change what you are Koyasu-kun but I'd like to see some improvements in how you treat others." he said as his brown eyes remained fixed upon Koyasu-kun's. He was actually curious as how the young man would respond.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
NPC - Shounen Pop
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 2:18 pm
Charity...
Oh he hated anything that ever had to do with charity.
He didn't make money... couldn't act as he wanted... and there was absolutely no personal gain in it for him.
Of course, Akihiko knew that Hiroki understood the prodigy's hatred of charity events... which was probably partly why he chose that part for their bet.
But no matter...
Smirking, Narcissus nodded, "Then you accept the terms of our wager?" he asked, that smirk remaining. "I win, you do ONE thing for me, anything I ask. You win, I'll perform at this charity event and even act 'warm and fuzzy' like you've asked."
The dark haired man released the secretary, walking back toward the hotel room.
"I'll call ojisan after I settle the bill for the room. I'm sure he hasn't gone to bed yet."
Akihiko fully intended to head to the Manor... a place he rarely visited anymore.
His bargain had to be addressed in person. Just himself and his grandfather.
Narcissus didn't want anyone intruding on the deal.
A deal he was sure to win.
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Posted: Tue Apr 20, 2010 2:29 pm
NPC - Shounen Pop
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
"Alright, I'll accept the terms of our wager." Hiroki finally said with a fair amount of satisfaction that he might just win this one. "You win...I'll do One...thing, anything you ask as long as it doesn't affect my position in the company, the Chairman, or the company...no publicity that comes back to the company."
He smiled lightly as Koyasu-kun let him go. "I look foward to seeing you warm and fuzzy. That would be a first." Hiroki watched Koyasu-kun walk away and talk about the Chairman. In that instance, Hiroki became the perfect secretary once more.
Flipping open his phone, he glanced at his schedule, "Your Grandfather has one business call tonight with another Record label in Europe at 9:30pm. Then he's free after that for the rest of the night. Until, mmm...8:45am. So you should be able to catch up with him, Koyasu-kun."
He smiled then turned heading to the elevator.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
NPC - Shounen Pop
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 11:36 am
Akihiko watched as Hiroki headed to the elevator. The news of his grandfather's schedule helped quite a bit, because now the young man knew exactly when to pop up at the manor.
There were three things which would need addressing however...
The first was, of course, the expenses which Narcissus had racked up regarding the hotel room. This was easily done away with by paying the hotel wait staff and speaking directly with the manager. Of course the musician didn't apologize for an ounce of the trouble... but he paid them enough to have redecorated the room twice over, so they could hardly complain.
The second was to find a suitable outfit, which considering that Narcissus was living in the hotel suite for the time being, wasn't too hard. As his own house was undergoing renovations to make it more tech savvy, Akihiko was bunking in a rather expensive suite, partly on the company budget.
Of course the company wasn't paying for his recent damages, that came out of his own pocket.
He eventually drug out a rather expensive men's kimono. Seeing how he was visiting the manor, it would only help to look the part of 'obedient grandson' after all.
The third was transportation.
Seeing how Akihiko was still a bit buzzed, it was obvious that he would need to call in a driver. Which he promptly did.
Thus, dressing in a beautiful greyish blue kimono, the musical prodigy told his driver exactly where to go.
The black BMW sped through the streets, eventually coming to a halt at the Koyasu Manor gates. It took only a few seconds before Akihiko was outside the car and being allowed through the front gate...
To a massive house.
Massive wasn't really even the right word!
The manor was enormous, caught somewhere between a traditional edo style Japanese home and a western modernized mansion, the place certainly had an atmosphere all it's own.
"Obocchan." one of the servants bowed, opening the front door to allow Akihiko inside. "You sent a text message ahead of your arrival. Koyasu-sama is awaiting you in his office."
With a smirk, Narcissus followed the hallway until he came to a split. Taking the left, the young man eventually a large door. It took a moment to knock and await being ordered in, before Akihiko found himself standing before his grandfather.
"Ojisan." Akihiko smirked slightly, bowing politely.
Sighing, the chairman nodded, "What is it that you want so late? And to get all dressed up too... makes me wonder if your demand will be a bit outlandish this time, Aki."
"On the contrary, ojisan..." the young man walked up to the desk, setting down a small manila folder. "I've come up with a fool proof plan to... kill two birds with one stone, so to speak."
As the chairman raised one eyebrow, hand opening the folder, his grandson continued.
"You want me to tour this season, and while I would gladly do so, I feel that a manager may, in fact, be needed."
Laughing, the elder man leaned back in his black leather chair. "You were given a manager, and refused, Aki. Why change your mind now?"
Akihiko shrugged, "Haven't I always had problems making up my mind, ojisan? Think about it... you tried to give me Izzy Lucky and I refused. Now he's got a rising star... but that star needs a bigger fanbase, doesn't he? So... I propose a joint concert wherein Izzy Lucky manages not only Nakai... but myself as well."
The Chairman placed a couple fingers to his lips considering Aki's words. "Its a very tempting idea, Aki. I could see how it would bring much success to the company. But your refusal of this particular manager has caused a stir in the company. And if I do allow this, it might be a reflection on my own failure to guide you. What is so special about Izzy Lucky, Aki? I could assign you another manager, someone with more experience even."
A smile remained on the the older man's lips as he watched his grandson. The hunger that he had seen in his grandson's eyes always brought the man much satisfaction. He knew it would take years to groom Aki to be his replacement but even so, the boy reminded him much of himself in younger years. Although, he wouldn't admit that to Aki, instead his grooming methods were more subtle. A small push here, a touch there. Except with Hiroki, his secretary he let lecture and be a bit more forceful. The various simulations would eventually allow him to figure out the best methods to teach Aki his craft.
"A wise question..." Akihiko replied with a partial smile. "Yes, I refused Izzy Lucky... but only because I thought myself better managed by, well, myself. Now that I've seen the potential in Nakai, and the power of his manager behind him, isn't it only natural to wish to draw from that power myself?" he asked with a raised eyebrow. "Besides, the draw to this concert would be tremendous. It
would only stand to reason that more fans would be drawn by us both, especially if the two of us perhaps performed a song together even?"
Oh yes, the Narcissus was talking about partially giving up his stage. Of course it would be all for the better, and it wouldn't be as if he got nothing from the deal at all... it might even give him a few new fans.
"The other companies would be talking about this concert for years to come... especially with what I've got in mind as far as showmanship." Akihiko laughed softly, "Believe me, ojisan... I'm prepared to perform like never before."
While some of this sounded like firm reasoning to the man, he glanced down at the papers then reached in his own desk and dragged out a couple of files, "So...then if you think you need a manager, I could give you any one of these." He pointed to the photos of various senior managers. "You've not given me a case for Izzy Lucky himself yet, Aki. After you refused Izzy Lucky, I actually had to think about where he would fit best to quell the doubts around the studio. Nakai seemed like a good choice. The man needs polish and refinement plus he's a handful just like you. Why would I want to give Izzy Lucky two very demanding stars? When I could easily assign you a manager all your own?"
His fingers drifted inside the desk and he pulled out a picture of Chiyou and laid it on the table. "This was a mistake...caused by the interest of giving you a manager, Aki." A frown creased his lips and defined the wrinkles at the corners of his eyes. "Chiyou is not performing half as well since he was moved to the senior management group. Having given Izzy Lucky a chance at working with you, made me lose sight of this young star's needs. I should have assigned him back to Chiyou but it would have caused another stir. Sometimes I think I dote on you way too much." He paused and watched his grandson closely to see how he would react. While most of this was true, he still wanted to test his grandson to see how he'd respond to this business situation.
"Chiyou wouldn't have made it even if Izzy Lucky was still his manager." Akihiko replied, pacing the office to stand at the broad window.
Well, it wasn't really a window, but a huge glass sliding door that lead out into a beautifully lit garden. So serene and peaceful... just looking at it helped to calm Narcissus' own troubled soul.
"You want my case for Izzy Lucky... then here it is, Ojisan."
Turning, the young man focused his ice blue gaze on the chairman. "He's not afraid to actually stand up to me, and that takes a lot of guts. You aside, ojisan, only Hiroki-kun has those guts... and we all know over a third of the other managers want to cower and run the other way when they so much as SEE me walking down the same hall. But not Lucky... he stands his ground, and that's admirable in a man, especially in a manger." he shrugged nonchalantly, "Sure, you dote on me, we're related and you know that one day I'm going to be running things. You may dote, ojisan... but you also make sure I fight for what I want when the time is right. And this time... it's Izzy Lucky. If the man can manage myself and Nakai and make this concert tour a huge success, then I'd say he's the best manager in the business. If he folds under the pressure... well... then you know just how far you can push Lucky before he breaks." Akihiko smirked ever so slightly, "Either way, ojisan... you get a top dollar performance out of me and hopefully one out of Nakai that will make the other companies green with envy... and turn a hefty profit. Not only that, but you also get to test your new 'top manager' to his limits and find out what he's made of. Not such a bad idea all in all now, is it?"
Akihiko was right and the Chairman was pleased by the response. There were other reasons he had pulled Izzy Lucky off of Chiyou and he was glad that Aki had caught the issues. His lips held a smile that was partially concealed by the hand that he leaned against as he listened. "I see. And you like challenge don't you?" He leaned back again in his chair and it creaked just a little, "Mm...true, he doesn't back down much considering what he dealt with in regards to Chiyou." He tucked the paperwork back into his desk and then slide out a photo of Nakai, Izzy and Koyasu. He stared at it for a moment then looked up at Koyasu. "Yes I do make you fight for what you want...and I'd like to see how far Izzy Lucky could go....and yourself, Aki. I'd like to see what such a combination could do. But there is one thing, Aki. Would you listen to Izzy Lucky's advice and follow his lead in some things? I know very well that you're...In Hiroki's words, Impossible at times."
"Follow his lead, ne?" Akihiko frowned at this for a moment, considering what his grandfather was saying.
It meant that, in some things, he was going to have to listen to what Izzy Lucky said.
In SOME things...
"Perhaps I can follow his lead..." Narcissus eventually replied, smiling ever so slightly. "If I am to test his limits, I suppose I will need to follow his orders. But not in everything.. You know as well as I do, Ojisan, that I tend to have problems with authority." the young man teased.
"Of course, you are my grandson but think of it as a learning experience. I want you to follow his lead to learn how a manager should be. One day you will be running this company and maybe have stars under you as challenge as yourself. You need to understand what makes a manager that can handle someone like you." He laughed. "Oh, and I know that will be hard on you, Aki." Then he paused and looked at Izzy's photo, "To be honest I think he gets some of his skill from his Aunt. However, the man does work too hard even for a manager at times. I don't think he even has a girlfriend." He then grinned just a little, "Now, the last thing, Aki. One you need to answer for me since this problem would have never been a problem had you taken my choice the first time. What should be said to my people? Hmm?" The Chairman knew this was the one question that Aki really hadn't addressed but one that Aki should be the one to answer and reflect on.
For a long time, Akihiko didn't say anything. His blue gaze focused on a sakura tree, illuminated by a lone lantern at the edge of the garden. When he did speak, it was as if something within the man had suddenly changed...
"I assigned Lucky to Narcissus in haste. At the time, Narcissus wasn't in need of a manager. I wanted Lucky's relationship with Nakai to grow before his relationship with Narcissus, thus giving the less experienced star more time to get to know his manager. Now that a joint concert has been arranged, it is time that Lucky finally manage Narcissus AS WELL as Nakai. He's simply the perfect man for the job." after a moment, Akihiko looked back to his grandfather with a devilish smirk. "Or you can say you just felt like it and they can deal with your decision in their own petty way, ojisan." the man laughed.
That devilish smirk was expected but the moments before, well that was a most interesting new tidbit. Aki did understand something of the balance the Chairman sought to maintain with his people. Maybe not the complete picture but he knew that Aki had learned something from this. And for the Chairman that was a good start. He had plenty of strings he could pull to solve this problem and really it wasn't as hard as he let on but...for the sake of his grandson's eduction he'd play the game.
He picked up Izzy's photo and considered it for a moment then looked up at Aki. "Alright Aki, you can have Izzy Lucky but under a couple conditions, You're not allowed to just drop him, fire him or get rid of him. He's your manager now too. If anyone removes him from your side, that will be Me. Since he will have you and Nakai for this tour, you're going to have to share the manager. I do want him to take a day off every now and then."
Getting up from his chair he walked over to Aki and put a hand on his shoulder, "I expect great things out of this tour. And I will be watching how it goes. I know you'll push things to the limits. You always do. I know you work hard and for that I am quite proud." He gave Aki's shoulder a squeeze then smiled as he release it and looked out over the sakura. "I'll have Asato-san draw up the paper work. I'm sure Nakai will be thrilled to be put on such a large tour."
Then he paused as he looked at Aki's reflection in the glass, "As for Asato-san, you know...it wouldn't hurt for you to do that Charity venue." He smiled knowingly in his own way.
Nodding, Akihiko took on a look of simply trying to placate the 'old man'. "Hai hai... I won't fire him or drop him in a ditch somewhere, yakusoku." the man replied with a slight smile. "Honestly, ojisan... I do need him to handle a few background elements for this tour... because it's going to be HUGE. All of Japan will be talking about it... and to think that Nakai will get a true taste with
such a spectacular venue."
Of course, to Narcissus, dragging Nakai around was just an extra bonus for him.
"Would you rather let Izzy know personally, or do I have leave to tell him the good news?" Akihiko asked patiently.
He had what he wanted... and now there was no stopping him...
The Chairman knew that he might have given Izzy Lucky more than he might be able to chew but still he was tempted to see how far the manager could go given the circumstances. He chuckled just a little at the last question, "You have leave to tell him the news. Although if he is confused by the sudden change, please do not hesitate to bring him to me. I know that he's probably not expecting the additional work but it will be a promotion for him with a proper raise. Of course, before you speak with him, collect the paper work from Asato-san. That will help show Lucky that your request is legitimate."
Smiling, Akihiko nodded and bowed to the older man. "Then, I'll leave you to retire, ojisan. In the morning, I plan to retrieve the paperwork from Asato-san as soon as possible. I'm sure he'll be more than happy to have me out of his hair for a while." the musician teased.
Of course, Hiroki wasn't about to be very happy that Akihiko had just won the bet...
Ahhh to see the look on the man's face.
Bidding his grandfather good night, Narcissus retreated out of the manor and back to his waiting BMW. The entire conversation, trip there and back included, had taken a couple of hours, and the young man was confident that the hotel staff would have finished cleaning up his atrocious mess already.
Thus, Akihiko made his way back to the hotel.
Though, not before sending Hiroki one simple text message;
I win.
(((OOC: Kaikoloren helped me with the Chairman's bits, hehehe. ARIGATOU!)))
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 12:17 pm
NPC - Shounen Pop
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
Hiroki stared down at his phone from his comfortable bed - stunned, shocked, and maybe even a bit exasperated. It had taken only a few hours and he already lost. He texted back only after confirming things with Koyasu-sama.
Text One: Alright you win. Koyasu-sama has verified it. I will have your paper work by morning.
Then, he paused seriously regretting the bet he made but he was still honorable enough to follow through with the deal.
Text Two: What do you want? This ONE thing...
Actually, he didn't want to see Koyasu-kun right now and hoped he'd just respond in a text. Because the gloating would be far too much on Hiroki's nerves tonight. Not that he couldn't handled the young man. It just annoyed him greatly that his grandfather gave him what he want again. Although, after hearing from Koyasu-sama as to what was presented, he could understand why the Chairman changed his mind.
The thought did rather annoy him that sometimes Koyasu-kun did have good ideas. But maybe in time it would be what it would take to make him into a good replacement for Koyasu-sama. Either way, Hiroki expected that once Koyasu-kun was ready for the job, Hiroki would leave the secretarial position and find something new. Sort of a change in the guard. Hiroki didn't want to watch what would happen once Koyasu-kun was in charge.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
NPC - Shounen Pop
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 1:09 pm
Laughing to himself as he entered the hotel elevator, Koyasu stared at the text message for a long while.
Especially the second one.
Walking to his room, Akihiko began typing in a new text.
I'd rather tell you face to face. Come to my hotel room as soon as you have the paper work, and we can discuss my winnings then.'
Narcissus had won... and it was a wonderful feeling. Not only had he won this bet, but he was now getting something that he'd wanted for a long time, and never had the chance to grasp.
Hiroki Asato.
"I really should get over my megane preferences..." he spoke to himself before pocketing the phone and heading into his room.
The morning was going to be oh so glorious...
Unless of course, Hiroki stayed up and did the paperwork then rushed over before morning... the man was rather curious at times, and no doubt this ONE THING was driving him nuts not knowing...
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 2:09 pm
NPC - Shounen Pop
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
The text response...he should have guessed. Now he'd not a get an ounce of sleep because the sinking feeling in the pit of his stomach was burning a hole straight down the middle. If it was just one thing, why couldn't he just text the damn message!
Text 3: Alright, Koyasu-kun. I'll bring them shortly. Please be ready to receive them. I'd like to get some sleep tonight.
Tossing off his covers he dragged himself out of his bed and walked over to his laptop. He printed off the faxed document with Koyasu-sama signature, then placed a red seal stamp on top of that approving the change. Afterwards, he hooked together the rest of the documents and printed out the pile before thrusting them into a simple folder. No doubt that Izzy Lucky was going to be a bit surprised. He had to wonder if the man realized what sort of creature Koyasu-kun was. He hoped he could handle him.
He looked at himself in the mirror for a moment running his fingers through his damp hair from the steaming shower he had taken not 30 minutes earlier. Sometimes he had a love/hate relationship with his job. But since he wouldn't get any sleep until he found out the answer Koyasu-kun held over his head, he might as well go back to the hotel and give him the blasted paper work.
Before long he was driving his Mercedes sedan across town back to the hotel he didn't want to go to; back to the young man that he didn't want to see. At least he wore a more leisurely outfit. Technically, he was off duty, but that never stopped him. And besides, it was better to get things done now than to let them fester.
Finally, he came back to the room wondering if it were in any better shape than when he left it. Probably so, because Koyasu-kun had to have sobered up by now. At least, he knew he wouldn't have seen Koyasu-sama completely drunk. He knocked lightly upon the door and waited to be let in, "Alright Koyasu-kun, here's the paper work. Now tell me what is it you want so I can pay my dues."
His voice remained calm because he wouldn't give Koyasu-kun the pleasure of seeing him anything but. However, inside, he was frustrated with his own self. Seriously, he had known better than to take a bet with the devil. But here he was. Now this was something that would Never happen again. He had a feeling he was going to regret whatever this One Thing was...
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
NPC - Shounen Pop
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 5:38 pm
The first thing that Akihiko did upon arriving back in his hotel room, was change clothes. He rather despised having to wear formal dress... but it had been well worth it to garner even a little more respect from the chairman.
Now, dressed in a white silken long sleeve shirt, that was left unbuttoned, and black tight pants, Narcissus looked more stage-ready than anything else.
Especially given that he was going to simply be getting paperwork...
Or was he?
Smirking, the man had ordered more expensive wine brought up to the suite, and was sipping on a newly poured glass when Asato arrived.
"The door is unlocked, Hiroki-kun." came Akihiko's voice.
Sitting in a straight backed yet rather plush chair, one knee crossed over the other, the man looked quite formidable. His long hair, grown out for his tour, was pulled over one shoulder. Lithe fingers delicately handled the wine glass before raising it in a semi-toast to Hiroki.
"To the victor go the spoils, I suppose." Narcissus smirked darkly, and yet there was some sort of creepy charm in his manner...
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 5:51 pm
NPC - Shounen Pop
Yes Sir!------------------------------------------------}:- Asato Hiroki
Chairman's Secretary - Ohayou Productions
Hiroki sighed as he opened the door, "Good Evening Koyasu-kun." He said with business like grace. "Here's your paperwork and the papers for Izzy Lucky. You will find his address enclosed but his personal number, I've not received that yet. Although, as a star , I doubt you'll need his personal number unless he gives it out."
He then looked Koyasu-kun over wondering why he looked so ...stage ready. "I thought you might have been done with the wine for tonight, Koyasu-kun." He didn't mention the clothes off the bat but maybe the man just wanted to rub in this victory a bit more than Hiroki could ever want. Although he did look good in the outfit but still most of the stars looked good in their clothes. But he did pause when Koyasu-kun spoke with that dark smile and a quote about victory. Great...what the hell did he want? An answer he didn't really wish to know.
Then, Hiroki sighed knowing that now it was impossible to avoid. He just had to get this over, "Alright, Koyasu-kun. What is this One Thing?" So I can get this over with and go home. He had no doubt at this point that Koyasu-kun would try to humiliate him in some fashion so in theory, he was prepared for whatever words passed from between that smirk before him.
-:{------------------------------------------------No Sir!
NPC - Shounen Pop
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Posted: Wed Apr 21, 2010 6:00 pm
"I'll get his personal number in due time." Koyasu spoke carefully, before indicating the sofa near his seat. "Please, Hiroki-kun, take a seat. This wine is as much for me as it is for you, after all."
That smirk remained fixed as the young man spoke. "My one thing... it's one simple thing really, and you should already know what it is." sighing, Akihiko sipped his wine. "What I want, is you, Hiroki-kun. Just you... for one night."
Of course the implications of that were multiple... and none of them good.
"You've made a promise... I would think you man enough to carry it out..." he smirked darkly, once more gesturing to the sofa for the secretary to sit. "I do so have a soft spot for men in megane..."
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