Thread: It's Showtime! [Malfrost & Candentia]

Ken was thankful to be allowed into the room, despite how cramped it was. He was eager to get away from the death glare the guard was giving him. As Rise convinced the guards not the tattle, he chuckled lightly. He was amazed at what a good actress she was. He knew that whole ditsy routine was just an act, but she pulled it off so perfectly at times. Thank you for having me...it's really nice to see you again, Rise. He smiled brightly, truly happy to see someone he considered to be a good friend again. He didn't really have time to make many friends in high school. He was friends with his soccer team, but when he wasn't playing soccer or studying, he was normally helping the Shadow Operatives out in someway. It was his way of honoring Makoto's sacrifice. He gave up his life to seal Nyx, he wasn't going to let that sacrifice go to waste. He lived everyday to the fullest and did what he could to help others. He sat down on the loveseat next to her it was so small that their shoulders were brushing up against each other when he sat down. The contact caused his blush to linger as he tried to speak without stammering or sounding to nervous. So, how have you been lately? I bet the idol business keeps you pretty busy, huh? I bet it makes you miss the laid back times of high school. He laughed and stuck his tongue out in a slightly teasing manner as he seemed to almost flaunt the fact that he was still in high school. He was normally so mature, but he felt like he could be more like himself around Rise. Are you going to be in town longer...? Ken asked her after he finished laughing, his voice more serious and composed. He looked Rise in the eyes, his eyes seemed to hold an inner courage as he got ready to speak the words he wanted to say. He moved his hand over Rise's and squeezed it gently, hoping she wouldn't take offensive to the gesture. Because....I want to spend as much time with you as possible, Rise! He blurted out nervously like a pre-pubescent boy confessing his love to the girl her liked. I know its going to sound stupid and you have people from you team you care more about most likely but...ever since I first met you...I've had a big crush on you...I know you think most guys my age do...but its different. He calmed himself as he he spoke more firmly now. Most guys just like you because of your looks and how you act on stage...I won't lie by saying I'm not attracted to you physically...because I am...you are extremely beautiful after all... Ken admitted shyly as he looked away for a moment, the red tint returning to his cheeks. But...when we first met and we all talked...I saw the real you...someone who deeply cares about other people and their problems. Someone who struggled to find their real self and realized that sometimes...yourself isn't just one single aspect or personality...but multiple aspects. Learning to accept that makes you so mature and I really liked you for that....Learning to live life with determination and to its fullest...I see you do that every time you preform...and that is what I think makes you truly beautiful, Rise... Ken finished with a smile before he finally let out a sigh and withdrew his hand from hers as he rubbed the back of his head meekly. Sorry...but I promised myself and Shinjiro-san that I would confess my feelings for you if I ever saw you again...I can't picture what Shinjiro-san would be yelling at me if I broke that promise. He laughed meekly as he referenced his dead friend, the one who taught him how to live his life...the friend that gave his life for him, and the friend who's memory he cherished and honored. I hope I am doing alright so far XD