Chapter 1
The recording studio was abuzz with the news Saotome posted on a bulletin that was sent around the office. All of the executives, artists, assistants-the janitors even—were talking non-stop about this. His newest publicity stunt: The Saotome Shining Star Search. The prize: A $1 million dollar recording contract, a chance to record a song or two with one of the members of STARISH and then perform that song live in concert.
The guys' feelings on the Star Search? They were excited beyond all get out, especially Ittoki and Syo. As a matter of fact, it was Ittoki and Syo who even gave Saotome the idea. The two had thought of it when they saw that a person with amazing talent receive a record deal from just posting their videos on the Internet.
It was probably a week after Shining Saotome posted the bulletin around the office. Everyone was busy making preparations that day while the group went to film the official commercial for the contest.
Haruka walked to the dressing room, knocking on the door twice before shyly peeking her head in. "A-Are you guys ready?" she asked, both eyes closed. The last time she stuck her head in there she accidently saw Tokiya in his underwear. Peeping through one eye, she saw that all of the members were dressed; she smiled and entered the dressing room.
"Aren't we always ready, little lamb?" Ren smiled.
"Yes, you are but,"
"No buts." Tokiya smiled. Something rare that was always available for the group's songwriter. "We will be fine, as long at Otoya doesn't mess up his lines."
"Hey! No fair! I know my lines, it's Syo that keeps messing me up," Ittoki whined playfully. The group laughed when Syo pushed the red head. With a laugh, Ittoki straightened himself up. "So, how many people do you think will actually join?" he asked.
"Does that include the ones with no actual talent?" Masato questioned.
"Then that would be everyone who sees this promo and think that they have a chance." Tokiya sighed.
"Either way, you guys need to hurry and get on the set. They're starting to lose patience,"