"oh, my god. do you know what to do for the talent show?"

"im so excited for the talent show! im sure i'll win!"

"on second thought, i-i rather not participate..." "what!? we've been working our asses off just so that you wouldnt chicken out!"

ah, the talent show.

from what i know, my school has never had a talent show. huh.

anyways! Kimetsu Academy is holding a talent show!

and its been the talk of the school.

---

you were currently eating lunch Muichirou, Yuichirou, Senjuro and Makomo.

"so any of you thinking of participating in the talent show?"

"no. not really." you reply. everyone else shook their heads.

"Tanjirou and the rest are gonna perform 'American Idiot'." Muichirou said.

everyone looked at each other in shock. "what? but theyre tone deaf!" you say, covering your mouth since you were still chewing your food.

Yuichirou couldnt help but let out a cackle. Makomo and Senjuro letting out giggles. and Muichirou, oh Muichirou put on the most softest smile that could only be seen whenever you did anything or when someone had mentioned you.

so sweet and soft, you could actually die from it.

but the second it appears on his, it disappears. not wanting everyone see, he continues eating. "yea. tone deaf or not, they still plan on performing. something about "theres such little time in this world that you wont get to make the most of it. so you have to try everything at least once". Zenitsu's words, not mine."

...

damn i really wrote that!?

the bell rang indicating that lunch has ended. grabbing your trays and dumping the leftovers in the trash, all of you leave the cafeteria and start chatting on the way to class.

once going separate ways, Muichirou reached for your hand, intertwining his fingers with yours. he then put his head on your shoulder.

you see, Muichirou has been doing this for about 3 weeks. everytime you ask, he never explains why. he just looks at you with such loving eyes and a soft smile and then... looks away. while still holding your hand.

"Mui, i really want to know why youre doing this." you say, trying to get your hand away from his.

"do you... do you hate it?" he asked, his voiced obviously laced with pain. his nose was starting to get red and his eyes were shining. hes going to cry.

"no! no! i dont hate it! its just that... youre doing things with me that only couples would do.. and we're not a couple, Muichirou."

god, have mercy on the boy

oh, wait. im the one writing this. oops.

saying those words hurt, but it hurt him more. not to mention he knew you were serious since you said his full name.

"oh... okay." with that, he let go of your hand lifted his head off your shoulder.

your hands became cold. his hand being the only thing giving it warmth.

an awkward silence was between the two of you on the way to class. and for the rest of the day.

once school ended, you grabbed your stuff and was ready to go out.

"[y/n]"

oh, thats right. Muichirou.

turning to look at him, you had expected him to walk up to you and go home together. like always. but no.

the sun was shining on him showing his beauty.

"im gonna perform in the talent show. please be there."

---

weeks have passed. and it feels like your friendship for Muichirou was falling. and your feelings towards him were getting all mixed up.

it didnt help that he texted you while you were thinking of him.

letting out a sigh, you get off your bed and grab your earbuds. putting on your shoes and grabbing your varsity jacket, you head out for a small walk.

you put in your earbuds and start vibing to some ABBA songs. kicking small rocks in your path, moving your shoulder from side to side, swinging your arms, hands, and fingers to the beat or lyrics of the songs.

before you know it, youre dancing and singing to the song.

people gave you weird looks while others joined in for just a few seconds.

you arrive at the park and sit down on a swing.

a child asks if they could use the swing. you get up and play on the playground.

Muichirou had really left your head. you were no longer thinking of him. you feel a bit happy as you werent that worried about the situation no more.

Super trouper beams are gonna blind me
But i wont feel blue
Like i always do
cause somewhere in the crowd theres you

memories of the last time you hungout started filling your head. your smile dropped and looked down at the ground.

you stand up quickly once the song came on. you grabbed Muichirou's hair brush and used it as a microphone and sang your heart out.

you and Mui decided to have a sleepover and watch Mamma Mia.

you two absolutely love this movie as it was the first movie the two of you watched together.

the town was holding a drive-in movie theater and Muichirou thought it would be the perfect idea to ask you to go with him. you obviously agreed with him since it would also be the first time you two hung out.

knowing the choreography, you moved in sync with Donna and the Dynamos.

Muichirou just smiled and danced along with you even if he didnt know the whole dance.

tears started falling from your eyes. not wanting any kids and adults see you, you cover your face and run away. leaving a small gap from your hands.

'shit. what the hell am i supposed to do?'

---

"i still dont know why i agreed on this." "shh, you agreed to do this dance with me so we're gonna do it." "i-i really think this is a nice idea, Muichirou."

"thank you, Senjuro! glad to know someone actually agrees with my ideas unlike someone." Muichirou said.

putting on the glittering platform boot, the boy struggled to balance himself. even after practicing many times, it was still a struggle to stand up.

standing behind the curtains, they see the "Kamaboko Trio" getting ready to perform.

"and now lets get ready for the "Kamaboko Trio" to perform 'American Idiot'!!" the announcer said into the mic.

"DONT WANT TO BE AN AMERICAN IDIOT"

"DONT WANT A NATION UNDER THE NEW MEDIA"

the trio sang which led to many people to cover their ears or to sing along.

"WELCOME TO A NEW KIND OF TENSION ALL ACROSS THE ALIEN NATION WHERE EVERYTHING ISNT MEANT TO BE OKAY"

by the end of the song, the trio almost collapsed from the exhaustion and loss of oxygen. Zenitsu was kneeling while looking at the stage light. swear you could see his soul leaving his body. Inosuke had actually collapsed and is now struggling to breathe. and Tanjirou was starting limp, swaying from side to side.

you were running around your school halls, trying to find your way to the auditorium.

'shit! how could i let myself be late to the talent show!?'

once you opened the doors, the trio had already finished. Tanjirou looked at you and gave you a thumbs and huge grin.

confused, you sat down next to Aoi who had waved at you.

"and now for our next performance who will introduce themselves!!"

"did i miss Muichirou's performance?" you whisper to Aoi, worried you had missed.

she shook her head. "no. theyre up next though."

"ladies and (no) gentleman presenting for one night only, the worlds first (girl) boy power band!! Muichirou and the Dynamos!!!"

"OH. MY. GOD"

"Super trouper beams are gonna find me but i wont feel blue like i always do cause somewhere in the crowd theres yoouu"

at the 'you' part, Muichirou pointed straight at you. giving you a wink.

you sunk into your seat in embarssment as everyone turned to look at you.

"i was sick and tired of everything when i called you last night at Glasgow"

Muichirou sang and danced while looking at you every once in awhile. he loved the expression you made. you were on the edge of your seat, biting your lip from screaming, eyes twinkling under the stage light and your shaking form trying to hold in your excitement.

people in the audience started clapping and singing along with them which only lead you to do the same. smiling and laughing, you stand up and start doing the dance yourself.

Senjuro noticed this and brought you up on stage with the rest. you replaced Muichirou most of the time but he didnt mind, he liked looking at you smiling and laughing.

soon, the talent show was over. Muichirou and the Dynamos ended up winning!!

leaving the school, arms around each other, you and Mui walk all the way to his house while laughing.

"y-you-- HAHA- you looked DUMBHAHAHA in that outfit!!!"

"YEA!? WELL I DID IT ALL FOR YOU, [Y/N]!!" he says while laughing.

...

"i really did it for you, [y/n]. ive been practicing ever since we last hung out. i was about to give up but then the school announced the talent show. so i practiced until everything was perfect. i just wanted to dance along with you whenever the song comes on..."

wrapping his arms from behind you, he buried his face in the crook of your neck and could feel his face getting hot.

"Mui, im really sorry for saying those things back then. i know you only did it because you care for me but i just thought you were doing as a way to tell me how you felt towards me. and i just got confused and wanted you to stop before anything happened..."

'but i do feel something towards and was trying to tell you...'

"its fine. just like you said, i wanted to show how much i care about you. [y/n], i love you. dont forget that." he said with a soft smile.

"aww, stop i might end up falling in love with you and maybe end up kissing you haha" you say letting out a small laugh.

realizing what you had just said, you turn around to look at Mui and saw him with a red face.

"w-what?"

"i-i m-mean... yknow, l-like a f-friend though i dont think friends kiss each other b-but yknow what i mean right, Mui???"

"y-yea"

...

moving closer to you, Muichirou looked down with blushed cheeks. he grabs your and rubs your knuckles with his thumb.

making eye contact, he raises his other hand to hold your face. the boy starts to lean in and you do the same.

it was nerve wracking. you just stood there with closed eyes before filling in the space with your lips.

it was just a simple kiss. maybe a peck. but whatever it was, it made your faces heat up.

pulling away, Muichirou's face had become a whole cherry!

letting out a chuckle, you get on your tippy toes and give him a kiss on his cheek.

"i guess i have fallen for you and i did end up kissing you."

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april 23, 2020
hello! sorry for this not being an actual chapter but a literal wave of inspiration hit me and i just got the motivation to write this. anyways i really love Mamma Mia and ABBA,,👉👈 also! ive been playing acnh and i want to make new friends and maybe have some fun,,, dm for my code or just send me yours !!
i hope you enjoyed and have a nice day/night - lar💕
ps. i accidentally ended up publishing this chapter before i even finished💀