Yukirin and Mayuu share an akward smile, which Jurina can't manage to interpret. They avoid Jurina's gaze and the girl can sense a change in the atmosphere. Yukirin fidgets in her seat, while Mayu pulls a tinge of hair nervouslyThere is something going on with these two that they don't want people to know :mon evillaff:
"Hoping my new friend did well today during the recording session. See you tomorrow! Churi."So sweet of Churi :shy1:, but I wonder if she has feelings for Airin? :mon huh2:
She approaches her fork to her friend's cake and takes the last bit. Mayu lets out a shock cry when Jurina eats it swiftly.Nice try Mayu, but you failed getting the cake :on lol:
They share a laugh and Jurina is glad there's no awkwardness between them. They enjoy the rest of the ride chatting and listening to music.Luckily these two are okay now :mon fyeah:
Now that she thinks of it, it's been a long time since Jurina hasn't tried anything.Looks like Rena is finally noticing the change of character Jurina has towards her :mon exhaust:
When she's on the bus heading to the hotel, she's still thinking about it. She also wonders why her heart is beating so fast.For Jurina's heart to beat like that, she's in love with Rena :mon sweat:
Jurina's words had really hurt her, but she was not ready to let wmatsui die. She was not going to give up without a fight.Well, Rena's not ready to let wmatsui end :mon star: :mon fyeah:
"Yes. Were you expecting something else?"
ugh..their plan is backfired!! :angry:It definitely did, but hey Rena had a little jealous moment when she saw JuriChuri kissing :mon noprob:
Mayu suddenly gets up and her eyes scan the room, alarming Yuki immediately.Christmas sure is a time of joy :mon fyeah:. Mayu acting like a little kid, cute :shy1:
Just as she's about to protest again, Jurina stretches her arm and the snowball hits Rena's shoulder.Wmatsui snowball fight! In the end Jurina wins when it comes to things like these :mon lol:
Whoa time skip! @.@
Did rena already reject airin or not?
I'm with gek geki though, what was Rena's answer to Airin's confession?!
"You know I used to dream about Rena almost every night?", the younger Matsui chuckles nervously, and Mayu notices how the girl is averting her eyes. "Since I saw them kissing, I don't anymore. It's almost like it triggered something in me", the younger Matsui continues and Mayu moves forward, grabbing softly her hand and looking at her seriously...wait...
"You really don't love Rena anymore?"...no...don't tell me...
"What? No, she didn't tell me."Oh god.
"Apparently, there was a misunderstanding that evening. We saw each other kissing, and draw the wrong conclusions."
"Okay", Jurina simply says before lowering her eyes to her phone again.
Rena watches her as she continues to type on the device, feeling a bit disappointed at her lack of reaction. She then turns to the screen in confusion, wondering why Jurina's attitude is bothering her so much. What kind of reaction was she expecting anyway?I wonder what kind of reaction she was expecting... relief?
i'm not really sure if its okay to say this but...so glad rena refuse airi! (gomen airi, your love is better with a certain someone)Agree, I wonder if Churi will help Airin go through her feelings?
"It's just that you always put too much... salt in everything," Mayu stutters, now avoiding Yuki's piercing eyes.Mayu you just had to bring the topic of cooking didn't you? You knew what you were getting yourself into after asking that question. :mon ignore:
"Oh, so that's why...", Jurina starts, before noticing how Mayu is glaring at her, "the mushrooms are so good," she finishes lamely, lowering her eyes in embarrassment to her soup again.But I'm glad later on Yuki let Mayu cook. Jurina was about to say something bad, luckily Mayu gave her that glare. Who knows what would have happened if Mayu hadn't done something. :sweat:
"Oh come on, I've known you for years. You're the one who loves Puré gums," the older Matsui chuckles.Wmatsui knows each other too well. :mon fu:
"Happy New Year, Jurina," Rena answers, slowly wrapping her hands around the girl's neck.Eh? Why did Rena wrap her hands around Jurina's neck all of a sudden!? :ding:
missing the older Matsui who's now staring at her in surprise - full awake - trying to understand both Jurina's words, and the meaning of her own racing heart.Wow! Rena heard what Jurina had said! Her hearts racing, this only means she has feelings for Jurina :mon star: (I'm probably jumping to conclusions here :nervous)
"I don't know. You sometimes seem... lost in thoughts."Rena was still thinking about what happened during New Years Eve. She should have asked Jurina. :mon exhaust:
More surprising, there's a small shy smile on her lips, and Jurina's eyes widen, not knowing what to make of the girl's reaction.Rena's surprisingly not mad with the kiss. Maybe she liked it? :dunno: Considering how she had a shy smile. :hehehe:
"Really? That doesn't look like Jurina," Airi muses, lowering her gaze to the magazine, "the newlyweds theme was also a good idea. You look like a real couple."...wait.
Airi tilts her head curiously when her remark is met with silence, immediately noticing how the other girl is averting her eyes and fidgeting in her seat. A few seconds pass before Rena leans over and slowly closes the magazine.
"So this is what's all about?" she exclaims, disbelief in her voice, "you have feelings for her?"(http://img.pandawhale.com/44041-oh-my-god-joey-chandler-friend-Ath1.gif)
"Rena?" she stutters, blinking, as to make sure her sight is not deceiving her.(http://www.sharegif.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/friendsjoey-tribbianimatt-leblancshock.gif)
"Good evening Jurina," the older girl smiles, lowering her book to gaze at her.
"I'm sorry, I think I have the wrong room," Jurina declares, raising the key in her hand to check the tag attached to it.
"What do you mean?" Rena asks, putting her book aside and getting up.
"I'm supposed to share the room with Churi," Jurina explains, frowning when she realizes she has the right room number.
"She asked to switch rooms," Rena answers, taking a step forward.
"What?" Jurina's voice pitches up, wondering why on earth her friend would do that, until it hits her.
"You didn't know?" Rena asks, confused by the girl's surprise.
"No," Jurina mutters, letting her arm fall by her side and gripping the key tightly, "she forgot to mention it."Jurina is definitely not happy with Churi right now (and that's an understatement)...
"I can't do this," Jurina murmurs.Jurina pulled a bold move there, bluntly stating her discomfort like that!
"What?"
"I can't stay here with you."
"No, I want to know what's going on!" Rena stresses, quickly gripping Jurina's arm to prevent her from leaving.
Jurina looks back in surprise at the girl's action, her fingers leaving the door handle when she understands she's not going to be able to get out of the situation easily. Her left hand releases her suitcase and she stares defeated at her feet, trying to find the right words to get out of Rena's questioning. When she feels a caress on her cheek she raises her eyes in surprise, meeting Rena's pleading gaze instantly.
"Talk to me."
Rena starts to move forward to reduce the distance but Jurina raises her hand in the air to stop her, a pained expression on her face. Despite being frustrated by the girl's behavior Rena doesn't push and patiently waits for her answer, that unfortunately never comes.Though that's not to say Rena hasn't gotten more daring herself!
"Jurina, please answer me!" she exclaims, now really bothered by the girl's silence.
"Please don't do that."Jurina must have been too tired and frustrated by the situation, cause I can't believe this went right over her head (Rena was "sleeping" when she said that)!
"Do what?"
"Being so nice to me."
Rena looks back in shock at the girl's words, before remembering hearing something similar.
"You said the same thing during New Year's Eve. What does it mean?" she inquires.
"Rena..." she starts, feeling the older girl giving her hand a light squeeze in encouragement, "I...", she continues, before a sudden scene flashes in her mind and she stops.(http://31.media.tumblr.com/bedb16c01edb4bae3eaf50c70198114f/tumblr_ml4bynZq3t1qaqu1ro1_500.gif)
She sees herself at the hospital, crying after hearing Rena's words. The ones that hurt her so much. That's when she remembers why she decided to stay quiet and try to move on. Rena will never share her feelings.
When Rena still hasn't released her hand she pulls softly, sighing when the older girl still refuses to meet her demand. She tilts her head slightly, and for a second wonders if she's not seeing a tear rolling down Rena's cheek. Her hand suddenly gets freed before she can really assess it, and she grabs her suitcase with a shaking hand, before making her way out.No Rena, don't cry! Jurina's too exhausted (physically and emotionally) to realize how what she's saying sounds! Oh god, poor Rena... She's been trying so hard to close that ever-growing distance between Jurina and herself... She must think Jurina has hated her this entire time... I get the feeling she won't realize Jurina's feelings by herself, but then again it could just be me...
but wait a minute...airin's sentence..is it just me or rena actually like jurina more than jurina thinks? :? :shocked
"Really? That doesn't look like Jurina," Airi muses, lowering her gaze to the magazine, "the newlyweds theme was also a good idea. You look like a real couple."...wait.
Airi tilts her head curiously when her remark is met with silence, immediately noticing how the other girl is averting her eyes and fidgeting in her seat. A few seconds pass before Rena leans over and slowly closes the magazine.
Did Rena... actually think about... being in a relationship like that... with Jurina?
So Jurina notices the change of Rena to her.
So I don't understand why Jurina away from Rena ... :? :cry:
I think I understand the confusion now. Rena reacted on "couple", not "newlyweds". She doesn't want to marry Jurina ^^'
I only mentionned the theme of the photoshoot so readers could know which chapter I was refering to (aka beginning of chapter 10).
"When did you realize she was more than a friend?" Rena asks, curious to know how it all started, and still a bit bothered by the fact she didn't see anything. She always believed to be very observant.
"That's a good question," Yuki answers, a bit surprised by the unusual blunt question, before thinking thoroughly, "Maybe when I started thinking way too much about her?" she chuckles, glancing at Mayu who's drinking a bottle of water and talking to the other members.
"I see," Rena smiles, following Yuki's eyes on Mayu.
Don't forget she's still convinced Rena will never return her feelings.Its as if she completely lost hope on their relationship. Hope something happens for her to think twice about it :cry:
"I'm not sure she ever wanted to get stuck with me," Rena smiles faintly, remembering Jurina's words during the shooting of Majisuka Gakuen 4,Rena~ Don't think negative. Think of a way to get Jurina to talk to you. :sweatdrop:
By the way, am I the only one that felt a sense of déjà vu? After all, this isn't the first time WMatsui had an argument in a hotel room that ended with an upset Jurina leaving, a distraught Rena crying in the dark, and FuruYanagi offering a kind ear to their friends. In fact, the two arguments are twelve chapters apart(Chapter 5 and Chapter 17)and the following chapter to each(Chapter 6 and Chapter 18)set new events in motion; Chapter 6 suggested that the JuriChuri friendship would become more significant while Chapter 18 suggests Jurina's decision not to talk to Rena is going to set off something of a larger scale...
I'm honestly terrified for next update... :fainted:
i just read the whole thing in a few hours and this fic is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I absolutely love it!!! So many awesome moments and just waiting for WMatsui to get together :wub:^Same!
I will be eagerly awaiting your updates! I feel so spoiled I got to read 18 chapters so quickly~ :otomerika:
Seriously, this is one fanfic that I will be looking out for new update every day... :heart:
YOU- I DID NOT SEE THAT COMING- OH MY- I CAN'T EVEN WRITE A FULL COMMENT
I just hope no one gets sent to the hospital again.
Why do I have the bad feelings that someone might be injured due to the bad weather? If it is gonna happen, can we have Rena as a victim this round and let the puppy girl went on panic mode?
With the bad weather, I can't help but feel that someone's going to get hurt... especially Jurina with her hospital streak.
As Jurina's pronounces her last words, Rena can't help but shake her head in disapproval. She clumsily takes a step back and leans against the wall behind her, knowing she has heard enough. She listens to her heart that's hammering so much inside her chest it's starting to really hurt, until her breathing suddenly hitches as realization hits her. A lonely tear soon grazes her cheek and she immediately shuts her eyes, in a mix of frustration and sadness, until a faint whisper leaves her lips, "You're wrong, Jurina."what? what?! what did you say, rena?!! what you mean
now, I wonder what will happen for the part 2, will they do the Kissu Datte under the rain :O ?????^My thoughts exactly!
now, I wonder what will happen for the part 2, will they do the Kissu Datte under the rain :O ?????^My thoughts exactly!
Jurina will thank Mayuki for prying later. XD
I can't stop smiling at this chapter. Thank you for the Christmas present, I'm looking forward to the next part!
awesome one. :) Can't wait till the next part. XD
"No. She's much more than that."
"Yes. Allegresse is the best bakery in Tokyo."I looked this place up after reading and their pastries really look good. o_o
Mayu squints her eyes as she deciphers the description, her features contorting in surprise as she finishes reading it, "Wasabi chocolates? Really?"I have to agree with Mayu here. Who would make wasabi chocolates?! XD
BUT I love it I just hope furuyanagi in some ways...You've been mentionning quite a few times on my tumblr your desire to see more furuyanagi during Heartbeat, and you do it again here for Partners :lol:. I never said I would develop their relationship. There will be some WMatsui, MaYuki, RenAiri, JuriChuri, JuriMayu and RenaYuki moments, but no Furuyanagi for now.
I have to agree with Mayu here. Who would make wasabi chocolates?! XDI agree! Unfortunately, wasabi chocolates really exist :lol:
Everyone loves a dominant Jurina at some points. ^^Don't we? Please enjoy a bold Rena until then ;)
As she feels a sudden soft kiss on her temple she diverts her attention to Rena, mesmerized by those loving eyes that are looking back at her. If she could experience only half the love Yuki and Mayu are sharing, she would be the happiest person in the world.She already is experiencing that love with Rena, but she doesn't realize it. I guess in this sense she really is rivaling her love to Mayu's love. Hopefully Rena can help her overcome this.
@TeenyTae: Thanks for commenting. I'm glad at least one person liked this chapter enough to feel the need to comment ^^
Jurina's apprehension is part of her character development, but it's not going to last, don't worry.
Mayu and Yuki have been together for a while now, so you can't really compare their relationship with wmatsui's budding one. What I was trying to say at the end, is that Jurina wishes her relationship could someday reach their level, because she really admires it.
"I'm not afraid anymore," Jurina repeats.This line is perfect! :inlove:
omg rena is just.. so romantic^Rena says the sweetest things and it just melts my heart.
It was evident Airi was currently occupying a large place in her heart, but as she watches Jurina and responds to her warming smile, she suddenly realizes that she's not the only one anymore.Hopefully there's room for more friendships, especially between her and Mayuki since they're very important to Jurina as well. I'm curious now if Churi thinks of Rena as a friend since she definitely is a lot more affectionate and open.
Poor Mayu~ But blame your super cute face XD
That's why staff always give you a cute dress rather than a cool outfit~
And Rena being aggressive>0<
I love this side of her, but can you make Juriboy be the dominate in the other 'smuty' chapter?
Pleaseeeeeeee>,<
Very good the chapter, I love the interaction of Mayu and Jurina, they are really great together.
This story is a nice contrast to Warriors, since we get to see Rena teasing Jurina more here.
JuriMayu moment was pretty darn humorous and then WMatsui moments just made me smile like an idiot at my phone while reading xD
aaarghhh....Thank you new reader!
this is so damn sweettt..!!!
LOVE IT! >_<
that majisuka moment was gorgeous!!! but in the end wmatsui was better!
If this is a dream, then it's a dream comes true.:wub: :wub:
Ah.. The bond of the Matsuis.. Dunno what to say.. :wub: :roll:
Awesome job, Sophcaro-san :twothumbs
Thanks alot and keep it up! :bow: :yossi:
Ganbare.. :cow:
thanks thanks thanks a lot!
this update thats a wonderful gift for us!
F.I.N.A.L.L.Y!!! An UPDATE!!!^o^/
The fight scene is COOL!
And the WMatsui moment just so cheesy~~~>///<
But I need more WMatsui>w<
Thanks for updating this fic, Sophcaro-san^o^
I'll patiently wait the next chapter!
I like theGekiBlackMajisuka incorporation. The last bit was a nice WMatsui moment (plus that Mayuki slipping off on their own). XD
Thank you for this very pleasant surprise! :)
Even if you don't continue this story further, I'm happy that you have written all this so far. Although, I still do hope that your muse comes back to you!
Amazing!!!
Continue soon, thanks.
*save spots
"That's because she loves me very much," Jurina replied on the same tone, shutting her eyes a second as Rena ran her fingers through her hair gently, before setting them again on her when she heard the older girl drawing close.
"I guess," Rena chuckled, leaning forward until their lips were just inches apart, "but if you wanted a kiss so badly today, you could have simply asked."
Jurina's eyes widened in surprise at Rena's bold behavior, wondering if she was really going to kiss her right here and right now. Sure, a lot of crew members had now left the classroom, but there were still a few people currently occupying it. They were far from being alone. Jurina knew Rena wouldn't take the risk of people seeing them in an intimate moment.
"Rena," Jurina started, about to stop her when it seemed she was really going for it, until she saw the lips changing direction at the last moment and ending up on her cheek.
"What?" Rena exclaimed as she leaned back and straightened up, an innocent smile plastered on her face, "Were you expecting something else?"
"Rena," Jurina growled, as she witnessed Rena's slight amusement before she turned her back to her in the intention of leaving. "Don't do that."
Jurina caught the hem of her dark blue jacket just in time, and the older Matsui was starting to turn around to look at her when she felt two arms encircling her waist from behind, pulling her onto Jurina's lap. A soft gasp left her lips in surprise at the unexpected gesture, until she regained her composure and she let her fingers brush Jurina's arm softly.
When she felt Jurina's head resting against her back she intertwined their fingers together, while watching as the last members of the crew were leaving the room. No one was paying attention to them - and pretty much everybody was used to Jurina's affectionate behavior anyway - and Rena let herself relax into the young Ace's embrace.
Minutes passed by as they simply relished each other's presence without uttering a single word, until the last member of the crew left and Rena knew it was time for them to make their leave as well. Much as she enjoyed the warm body against hers, a long day of shooting still awaited them, and she needed the rest after their intense fight.
"Jurina," Rena murmured, as she tried to disentangle herself gently from the girl's arms, "Everyone's leaving. We should get going if we don't want them to lock the school and us in it."
Jurina chuckled against her back before relenting and letting her go, until a sudden idea popped up in her head at Rena's words, and she spoke up when Rena stood up and faced her expectantly. "Though, it wouldn't be such a bad idea."
Jurina accepted the hand offered and she got up on her feet, amusement still dancing on her lips as she followed her quietly out of the room. As they stepped in the corridor they both noticed that, indeed, pretty much everyone had already left, and Jurina froze when she felt a peck on her lips.
Her startled eyes looked back at Rena immediately, but her features progressively relaxed at the loving smile directed at her.
Yuki looked through the rear-view mirror of the rental car, her mouth tugging into an amused smile at the view of the two girls sleeping in the backseat. Rena was leaning against the right window - eyelids tightly shut - while Jurina was laying on the seat next to her, curled into a ball, her head resting on the older Matsui’s lap. Yuki found the view truly adorable, and she couldn’t help but elbow the front seat passenger on her left, while keeping her attention on the road.
“Mayu,” Yuki murmured, trying to not wake up the two Matsui in the backseat, but unknowingly startling the AKB member who was starting to drift off. “Take a look.”
Mayu straightened up a bit in her seat and tilted her head in curiosity towards her, before frowning when she started to give a few pointed looks in the direction of the rear-view mirror. Mayu didn’t trust her sleepy voice right now so she simply did as instructed, nodding a bit after witnessing what her girlfriend was trying to show her. Yes, Jurina and Rena were having a peaceful nap
“I think you should find yourself another girlfriend,” Yuki declared, now very calm. “You don’t seem very satisfied with your current one.”
Mayu immediately turned blank, utterly speechless, not believing the direction their conversation just took. Suddenly very much awake, she turned her head towards Yuki swiftly - mouth agape - before waving at her energetically. “What? No! I’m very satisfied!”
A soft giggle escaped Yuki’s lips, shaking her head in amusement at her mortified expression. “Calm down. I was only teasing you.”
Mayu stared at her in shock for a few seconds - not believing she had just been played - before blurting out the first thing that crossed her mind. “Oh.”
“But I’m still not going to drive faster,” Yuki announced, now more serious. “I don’t want to have an accident.”
Mayu nodded a little before looking out the window, watching the scenery unfolding very slowly in front of her eyes, and soon blinking again to fight off her sleepiness. Trust me, there’s no chance
“I don’t know why I said that,” Mayu sighed as she placed a few clothes in the drawer near her bed, “I think I’m a bit tired.” At the sound of a soft giggle behind her back Mayu stopped what she was doing, surprised, until a groan escaped her lips in frustration. “Stop it. It’s not funny.”
“You’re very cute when you’re flustered, Mayuyu,” Yuki teased, wrapping her arms around her waist from behind, until hearing a small yawn escaping the young girl’s lips.
“You’re really sleepy,” Yuki noted.
“A bit,” Mayu conceded. She surely wasn’t about to admit Yuki’s driving was in part responsible for her sleepiness - especially not after their conversation in the car - so she judged it much safer to blame it on the weather. “It’s the heat.”
“You should rest,” Yuki suggested, placing a quick kiss on her cheek. “We can go out later.”
The older Matsui had been very much engrossed in a book since their arrival on the beach, a French one judging by the title she couldn’t manage to decipher. After her fruitless attempt at reading it her eyes traveled downwards to the red bikini she was wearing, admitting it was highlighting successfully the slim curves of her body. She let her gaze wander over the older girl’s skin for a little while, appreciating the sight offered, until a soft giggle reached her ears and she looked up in surprise.
“You’re staring, Jurina.”
“Ah,” Jurina trailed off, an impish smile forming on her lips, “sorry.”
Rena shut her eyes as she stepped under the shower head, letting the water removing progressively the shampoo from her hair. A knock suddenly grabbed her attention half through the process and she glanced at the door, diminishing the pressure of the water before speaking. “I’m almost done.”
Just as she was about to get back to the task at hand she noticed the door opening nonetheless and she paused in surprise, until Jurina’s face came into view.
“Can I join?”
Rena’s features immediately relaxed and she sent her a quick smile, before nodding. “Of course.”
While Rena finished removing the white substance from her hair she watched Jurina taking off her blue short-sleeved shirt and her pair of brown shorts; her blue bikini soon being tossed aside on the floor as well. Rena shook her head in mild amusement at her behavior - clearly contrasting with her own clothes neatly folded on the chair near the sink - realizing some habits were hard to change.
Rena’s brows furrowed a bit in surprise when she noticed Jurina suddenly inching closer, until understanding what she had in mind by her playful expression. Indeed, two lips soon brushed hers in a - at first - chaste kiss, until it transformed into a more heated one when Jurina pushed her against the wall gently.
Rena couldn’t help but moan in the kiss when Jurina’s fingers caressed her skin and traveled her body, guessing by her pressing touch where she was heading to. Lately, Jurina had become more bold towards her - not hesitating to shower her with affection when they were alone - and Rena had to admit this new behavior of hers sent shivers down her spine each time she happened to witness it.
Their relationship had evolved so much these last few months, being at first timid with a Jurina sometimes hesitant to make the first step. Rena didn’t mind the shyness, as she knew her somewhat sensitive heart had not completely healed from the hurt she had unintentionally caused her that day at the hospital. That was why she never lost an opportunity to reassure the young girl the best she could - whether with words of love or with demonstrations of affection - each time she saw a flicker of insecurity in her eyes.
So much time had passed since their first mutual kiss in that hotel room, and Rena could only relish this new step their relationship had recently taken. Jurina didn’t waste time anymore, at times being gentle and caring, and some other days more pressing and passionate. It seemed today she was going to be the latter.
“Jurina,” Rena murmured between kisses, wrapping her arms around the young girl’s neck.
Her eyes met Jurina’s when they broke the kiss, warmth filling her lower abdomen at the desire mixed with devotion she could read in the younger girl’s ones. It was an expression she never got tired of seeing, one that spoke louder than any words she could ever utter.
Rena was still chuckling when she slipped the pasta in the boiling water of the pan, before turning around and approaching the girl - who had her arms crossed over her chest in frustration - and leaning over. “What are we going to do about that?”
Jurina arched an eyebrow at the older girl’s playful tone, before encircling her waist and pulling her onto her lap gently. Arms wrapped around her neck in reaction and she rested her forehead against Rena’s, shutting her eyes in content as she relished their closeness. Yes, the older girl accepted her demonstrations of affection in public - whether it was a friendly hug or a light kiss on the cheek - but there was an established line never to cross. One that she agreed to, and understood very well.
Her lips searched the ones facing her, and she tilted her head slightly to meet them. Their lips moved slowly against each other and not once Jurina tried to deepen the kiss, satisfied with their current comfortable pace. Rena’s soft lips were truly intoxicating, and she didn’t believe she would ever get tired of tasting them. Although she explored every inch of her lover’s body these past months, those enticing lips still remained her favorite part. Maybe it was because they were denied from her touch for so long?
“You know I love you,” Jurina murmured when Rena pulled away a while later. “But no more spicy food for me.”
When she got no response, Rena nuzzled her nose into the crook of Jurina’s neck and placed a few light kisses there, feeling the younger girl against her progressively relaxing at the action. Her eyes fell on her next target and she nibbled carefully on her earlobe, knowing exactly which reaction she would obtain.
“You’re not playing fair.” A soft moan left Jurina’s mouth despite the protest and she turned in the embrace, startled when bold lips immediately captured hers and soft fingers caressed her skin under her tee-shirt. Jurina could recognize these signs all too well: a clear indication of what the older girl had in mind, but contrasting with the tiredness she witnessed on her features upon her arrival early on. She definitely could never say no to those alluring lips and sweet ministrations, but found herself a bit hesitant. “Are you sure? You seemed a bit sleepy,” Jurina murmured.
Rena pulled away and looked into Jurina’s loving eyes - noting her slight concern - before tilting her head towards the bedside lamp and switching the light off. The room plunged into darkness at once and Rena tucked a strand of hair behind Jurina’s ear as she leaned in for a whisper. “I’m not that tired.”
Jurina’s heart skipped a beat at her husky tone. It remained a mystery to her how Rena always managed to seduce her without even the need to try that hard. For once, Jurina was glad the darkness concealed her emotions, otherwise the older girl would have seen the yearning her simple words provoked. The ace moved forward and their lips met in a lingering kiss. Jurina’s fingers soon grew impatient as she tugged at the hem of Rena tee-shirt, very decided to get her lover out of all her clothes as fast as possible.
Fingers that were at first hesitant to touch her in intimate places grew bolder on her skin. In fact, Rena was convinced not an inch of her body was stranger to the young girl’s caresses, considering the thorough exploration she had been subjected to during their lovemaking. Jurina seemed always curious to discover which new spots could bring her pleasure, attentive to the mere reaction her touch would provoke.
Rena’s body still remembered the intense passion Jurina displayed last night. At first, her intent was to take the lead - wishing to show the young girl how much she missed her - but Jurina managed to reverse their positions in the blink of an eye. When such a thing occurred, she would sometimes try to get the upper hand back and very often succeed - knowing acutely which touches would bend the young girl to her will - but she didn’t put a fight this time. Jurina’s eagerness to shower her with unstinting love was conspicuous, and those fingers that removed her clothes in a haste and mapped her skin with ardent desire put an end to her initial plan, or any rational thought.
The feeling of fingers squeezing hers jolted her out of her thoughts and Rena gazed at the slowly awakening girl. A smile greeted her which she reciprocated, before inching closer and deposing a kiss on the young girl’s forehead. As expected, Jurina’s face lit up at once, and Rena found herself amused by the reaction the simple gesture always provoked. “Did you sleep well?”
She got a nod in reply - Jurina watching her silently for a little while - before deciding to go and rest her head on her stomach. Rena ran her fingers gently through the young girl’s dark silky hair - soon noticing the eyes that were staring back at her shutting at once - and hearing a soft moan escaping Jurina’s lips in bliss.
A trail of light kisses was suddenly placed on her chest, and Jurina’s mischievous expression didn’t go unnoticed when she leaned forward and inched closer to her lips. Although she didn’t a utter a single word, Rena could tell very well what she had in mind: the fingers moving sneakily under the sheet and now caressing her leg gave it out instantly. It appeared someone was still in a very playful mood this morning.
“Do you have to go somewhere?” Jurina’s seductive whisper confirmed what she already knew. She would have answered, but she didn’t trust her voice to not betray her emotions when last night’s events suddenly submerged her memory. Instead, she decided to capture those tempting lips in reply, knowing the young girl would get the message easily. The feeling of expert fingers sliding between her thighs told her she definitely did.
OMG! O love those sweets and hot wmatsui moments but I need a little drama or jealousy...
OMG! I love those sweets and hot wmatsui moments but I need a little drama or jealousy...
"dying for hundreds time........~U make me gay...welp....just jokin~ anyway
Thanksyuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu soph san~~~~ :on gay: :on gay:
thanks for the new episode!
the truth is that seeing these intimate moments of WMatsui, it was something we had not even seen.
Thank you for the update!
hey sophcaro-san :kneelbow:
thank you for update, it makes my day ! :whistle: :whistle:
i love in heartbeat, most all Jurina who take initiative, and partners turn around rena's chara into this aggresive :3
that sly of you Ju, but ii naa :hehehe: :hehehe:
btw, you made me search of SKE's innocence, and somehow i really love it.
you make me love SKE :on drink: :on drink:
i'm looking forward your next update :3btw, i did leave a message on ur tumblr but i doubt you remember me
God I love this fanfic, it's my first wmatsui fanfic I ever read. XD
Jurina is such a tease lol. Great update, update soon!! :D
I LOVE IT!
This chapter is wonderful. Thank you so much for uploading.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Wooooooow...manage to catch up
its interesting...love ya update~~
XD..waitin for next..and thankss for the update
:ding: :ding: :glasses: :glasses:
:kneelbow: :kneelbow: :on drink: :on drink:
:on gay: :on gay:
On a side note, I'm going to focus on Partners in January. As a result, expect more chapters in the following days/weeks!
sweeett another update :cathappy: :cathappy:
i dunno why, but my feelings said it just like another storm coming :dunno: :dunno:
hope not :prayers: :prayers:
Another amazing chapter by Sophcaro-san! I swear, you're one of the best fanfic writers out there, and one of my all-time favorites! (I dream of writing as well as you!) I love how much detail goes into the characters' individual thoughts in your writing, for example how well-voiced Rena's discontent with the "fantastic" photographer was, and how Rena expressed "regret" after she told Jurina to come closer. It was funny and humorous, and I had this big goofy smile on my face the entire time I was reading, especially at the ending, when Jurina finally says that she's happy (a stark contrast to her emotions back in Heartbeat). The way you've illustrated WMatsui's transformation from unsure and shy to both girls freely showing affection to each other whenever possible over the entire series thus far is really heartwarming!
Once again, I love your fanfics, Sophcaro-san! And I can't wait until your next update (be it for Partners or Warriors)!
This is so good. I've never read a better written fanfic in my life. This chapter was so freaking cute, jurina was so cute! I love this story and I love Heartbeat. I wish I could write as well as you :inlove:
Please update soon!!
perfect chapter!!
thanks a lot!
The end of the two Matsuis in the dressing room was very romantic.
Yeeeyyy finally~
I admire your skill on describe things soph-san :D
i'm waiting for next~
おつかれさまでした~ :on gay:
perfect chapter!!
thanks a lot!
The end of the two Matsuis in the dressing room was very romantic.
Yeah, maybe I'm too much of a romantic when it comes to those two :oops:
what is with the CENTER project?
Is Rena going to write a story about Jurina?
Rena's project? CENTER? What is that???>o<
Glad Rena can accept it, even though she needs three weeks and a lot of lack of sleep to finally say 'I'll support you'.
uuuuuuuuuuuuuuh!
CENTER!!
I love center character in Majisuka, especially in Majisuka 5!
I thought so.
But I had to declare my "love" for Center in this saga (MG5)
I thought so.
But I had to declare my "love" for Center in this saga (MG5)
I will always have a soft spot for Center in MG2. Her relationship with Nezumi is one of the best things this show offered! Too bad there was absolutely not mention about it in MG4 and MG5...
Center in MG5 is fine, but her role is too small to really enjoy it. And season 5 was so... I have no words for it :nervous Too much wasted potential.
How nice !!
I not remember the song of Rivalry from Mayu and Jurina ...
I think I should re-read the fanfic!
I just began reading the first chapter of Heartbeat and finished reading the latest chapter of Partners in two days. At first I was not very interested of this fic as I thought it was a sad fic. But as I begin reading this I can't stop. I even read this fic between classes or late at night. Now I cant wait for another update.
Just as she was about to straighten up and leave it alone, a word captured her attention. A word that made her heart stop. Graduation.
I think the surprise is ruined .... (Irony)
Jurina found out :O Will Rena tell Jurina about her graduation since Jurina found out??
Ohoho. Jurina knowsssssss
Oh man, what a great update. It was kinda cute, and the way jurina found out was well written.
But dang. Rena didn't even tell jurina and she found out already. There's definitely going to be some serious drama.
Thanks for the update :bow: :bow:
I hope there's a happy ending :(
Jurina found out herself..nuhhhhhhhhhh
dramahhhh :frustrated: :frustrated:
waiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii
fuhhh..i manage to catch up again~~
thanks for the update~~
:ding: :kneelbow: :on gay: :on drink:
Why you like to make Ju cry??? :ptam-cry:
I didn't see that coming, not from the letter...
thank for update, fyi i'll always waiting for your update even sometimes I forgot to left comment. have I told you that I love your writing style? its really good! :D
Oh no, it's like when Rena graduated in real life. Jurina broke down crying.
I like the drama but I hope they resolve it eventually :huhuh
:pleeease: :pleeease: :pleeease:
I've just remembered the moment when Rena graduated... Ugh. My heart.... :fainted:
I see you have posted already, sorry for the late reply tho :D
isn't that Baek Ji young's song?
I didn't know you are into k-pop as well ._.
i'll be waiting for next update~
ps. it's good video anyway :thumbsup :thumbsup
I see you have posted already, sorry for the late reply tho :D
isn't that Baek Ji young's song?
I didn't know you are into k-pop as well ._.
i'll be waiting for next update~
ps. it's good video anyway :thumbsup :thumbsup
I'm not really into K-pop.
However, I did watch a few Korean dramas a few years ago, and that song was in the soundtrack of the drama Iris which I loved very much. That's why I chose this song, as I believe the lyrics fitted well :)
can I know the video parts you use for the video? some of it is from kataomoi finally, kiss datte hidarikiki, gift, pareo wa emerald right?
My heart :mon cry: read the chapter and almost scream out of habit in the middle of a class.
Rena..... :pleeease: :pleeease:
AN UPDATE!!! :mon squee: :mon squee:
RENA!! WHY YOU HAVE TO GRADUATE!! :mon waterworks: :mon waterworks:
JURINA IS NOW ALONE BUT SHE HAS TO LEAD SKE. :mon dunno: :mon dunno:
YEAY AIRI IS IN THE CONCERT. FURUYANAGI!!! :mon XD: :mon XD: WMATSUI!!! :mon lovelaff: :mon lovelaff:
Now certainly you are going to start the dramatic part.
T.T
Mmm that update. Welp, it was cute yet meloncholic.
The graduation finally happened.
I fear what comes next :(
:cry: :cry: It seems that rena is doing very well without SKE48 :cry: :cry:
Just hoping there would be no bad paparazzi making some bad news and Jurina getting hurt again
very good chapter
I had missed Mayu and Yuki!
Jurina is getting more mature day by day and accept that even if Rena had graduated from, the world has not ends
Yahoo~ :onionwhip:
Since you love me to left comment, here I go :shy1:
Though I'm not a big fans of Mayu, I always love JuriMayu scene as like "bromance"
and! :bingo:
When Mayu didnt mind Jurina kissed her cheek HAHAHAHA
It's so unusual~ but since she can't move, there's nothing she can do :kekeke:
Though I always said I'll be patiently waiting for the next, but I hope to see Rena-hyon loveydovey again with J.
Or perhaps she'll use this chance to sudden visit at the beach house (?) :whistle: :whistle:
I'll be back to my hideout right now :on crazygran: :on crazygran:
A new arc has begun!!
Well thought.
Argumentatively it had closed the story after graduation Rena.
In fact in the last chapter we are presented a new Jurina, compared with previous seasons, especially with Heartbeat.
Although I have to admit that the melodrama of the first season... I loved it.
Well, I'm glad to hear that. Yoshiaki is supposed to be a likeable character, for both Arisa and readers :)And to be honest I think I began to like Yoshiaki. He looks like a gentle and neat guy who respects Arisa. His ego might be hurt by Arisa’s attitude and he could be awful, but he didn’t.
I believe Jurina's presence will be enough too ;)What will she get this year? I think Jurina’s presence is more than enough since they are apart for some time now?
Uuuuuu..... I want more.... After reading the tumblr ver. too I still want more... :inlove:
OMG!
So great!
Wow.. a full chapter of WMatsui! It's such a treat! :on gay: I swear I stopped several times reading this chapter because I contemplated their moments. :shy1: And oh, have I told you that I love the playful side of both characters? I mean..Rena did trick Jurina before and now Jurina decided to pay back haha! My favourite scene was when Rena mistakenly sliding the keycard wrong way. That composed and calm girl was "VERY distracted" by the younger Matsui. I think that's cute! Thanks for the update, Author-san!
Okay now I have time to comment this..
I love this chapter as if I could see the actual "longing" from both side. Yeah distance is their enemy right now ._.
though I gotta say since Yoshiaki and Arisa arent SKE or even belong to 48/46... sometimes I just skipped read them.. as if too heavy for me, for my taste.
I always read in tumblr instead here, so sometimes I just forgot.. or even busy.
but you know I always read and waiting yours :)
Soph-Chan~ What an update!!! I don't think the update would be this soon.
Thanks for letting them to finally meet up :deco:
I think I began to like Destiny because of this chapter. I might switch my favorite from Partners to Destiny. Yabai! :panic:
Rena needs to take a break from her routine for a while though, poor J. fufufu~
Patiently happily waiting for the next chap :D
Very cute. You really captured the reunion quite well. I'm sure anyone with a long distance relationship can relate.
You're writing just keeps getting better and better. Everything seems to be going well but will you throw in some drama? Perhaps someone at play makes a move on Rena? Or something happens with jurina that causes conflict, idk. Anyway, it's a really good chapter. Thanks for writing for us!
I think it will be cute if they did some outdoor activities together too.
Since the story's title "Destiny" is the same as the drama Rena's doing, the 'drama' part of the story will revolve around the drama "Destiny" Rena's doing and how the couple cope with it? (Got what I say?)
Since the story's title "Destiny" is the same as the drama Rena's doing, the 'drama' part of the story will revolve around the drama "Destiny" Rena's doing and how the couple cope with it? (Got what I say?)
Since the story's title "Destiny" is the same as the drama Rena's doing, the 'drama' part of the story will revolve around the drama "Destiny" Rena's doing and how the couple cope with it? (Got what I say?)
I'm not sure I understand your question... Maybe if you could rephrase I would be able to answer your question? :)
I can imagine how J's face when Rena stop the kiss, really? J need to calm down. but again who's not gonna turn on seeing Rena in nude form XD
Nee.. If Jurina come to Rena's shooting site, would Rena get distracted??
Beautiful chapter.
It seems that Jurina has really changed since Rena leave SKE48.
Though I must admit that moment when Rena started to touch Jurina again and things almost escalated, I was like, "Not again." Bed scene is inevitable and it's nice sometimes, but bed scene in three consecutive chapters would be too much, at least for me. Well, other readers could have different opinion though. That's why I was relieved when Rena didn't let Jurina make another move. Let's save it for *cough* another *cough* chapter.
I'm happy to know Jurina will extend her stay in Kyoto. Because it means only one thing: more WMatsui moments. But please, make them go outside! >,<
Another chapter about wmatsui.... This chapter is so fluff, warm and full off happiness it's so painful I want to cry. :cry:
While reading this chapter I keep telling myself that it's still chapter 6 and there will be more to come. It made me think that this happiness might not last forever. :panic:
Oh, I think you make a little mistake at the last sentence of paragraph 50 when Jurina was explaining why she hope nobunaga and arisa will end up together. You wrote Rena instead of Arisa. Or was it intentional?
It's painful when they are happy. It's painful when they are not. You're not making my life any easier, you know that? :lol:You know S, wmatsui shipper's life is never easy. Please get used to it :lol:
...Jurina had already grabbed the ball and, flashing the boy one of her most beautiful smiles, handled it to him. “Here you go.”
Oh, I think you make a little mistake at the last sentence of paragraph 50 when Jurina was explaining why she hope nobunaga and arisa will end up together. You wrote Rena instead of Arisa. Or was it intentional?
Dear lord, this is absolutely beautiful. The way you write is amazing and makes me want to read more. I also love how you portray both their characters here. Thank you for the update author-san. :twothumbs
THAT FIRST PART OF THIS CHAPTER GAVE ME A LITTLE HEART ATTACK!! :shocked I thought Rena will leave Jurina for real, no this can't happen in parallel universe too. :smhid Thank God they were just practicing the drama script. :bow:
You got me for a second :|
It's like proposal but not so proposal. I mean the ring is huge thing right?
Just like everyone else here, I found the first paragraph quite shocking. What a twist! Apparently Rena is really serious about practicing her part. She didn’t forget to go through her lines one last time, even when Jurina was around. As expected from Matsui Rena!
I almost wear shades imagining this scene. Jurina can be so bright when she smiles!
Jurina has bought a pair of rings!
I can not believe that rena will ignore the meaning of the rings...
Jurina has bought a pair of rings!Do you mean: You think Rena ignores the meaning of the rings for Jurina? Or she doesn't? Not quite sure about that :)
I can not believe that rena will ignore the meaning of the rings...
SKE’s ace was feeling much better now, but a little voice inside Churi’s head warned her that anything could turn the tide at any moment.
Oh wow.. It's all about JuriChuri. I kinda expected that you'd bring up a little about Jurina's stay in Kyoto in this chapter.
Before you spoiled us about the first paragraph, I was almost sure you'd start the chapter in a train station where Rena would send Jurina off.
I know it's a little bit out of the story. But everytime you describe Jurina as "SKE's ace" , not "one of SKE's aces" anymore, it kind of make me sad reminding me Rena won't be in the group anymore. It's not that I'm complaining on the story. It just touch my little heart everytime I read this story
I really enjoyed this chapter, especially the second part when Jurina came to Rena's apartment. :on gay: Although Rena wasn't there in person, I could feel her presence from Jurina's thoughts. It was a bit lonely but sweet. And you finished the chapter nicely by mentioning the silver ring. Excuse me while I'm trying to calm down my poor too-happy WMatsui shipper heart. :on speedy:
Anyway, you updated fast! Thank you! I seriously thought you'd continue more about JuriChuri in this chapter, but you didn't. Honestly I also thought Ayuka Kamimura was your other original character (her name didn't ring a bell) like Yosuke and Sayuri, until I googled and I found that she's really SKE kenkyuusei. ^^" I believe Jurina will be a good senpai. She learned from her senpai(s). I like that Churi also has a big heart. She encouraged Ayuka even though her WCenter position is replaced by her. Nice move, Churi!
Ps. Can we have actual Rena for the next chapter? :hee:
On the first picture Rena was sitting on a chair next to her co-star, her right hand raised in the air as she was obviously trying to explain something to the interviewer, while her left was resting casually on her thigh. The picture was not very large, but Jurina certainly didn’t miss this time the familiar silver ring on her left index.
Ps. Can we have actual Rena for the next chapter? :hee:
Firstly, It's kinda hard to accept that "Wmatsui Kyoto Arc" had to come to an end..... for a while. I was expecting more :lol:
Secondly, from all the series you've written (from Heartbeat to Destiny), I conclude that you've been watching these girls for a long time. May I know how long have you been following them? Because I think nobody could write this perfect if they weren't really a fan. It seems that you know them in person. I wonder if these girls character is based on their real character. :hee:
Thirdly, I'm also curious why'd you choose Ayuka as WCenter? Why not Goto Rara to make it more realistic? Is there any reason for that? :? I'm sure that Ayuka is not just a random name that flashing on your mind while you were planning the storyline. I know she's a genki kid and senpais love her and she's still sooooo young.Ayuka and Honoka are my favorite kenkyuuseis so far though and I'm so happy that you mentioned her in this story.
I'm sorry for the questions. I hope you don't mind to answer, but it's okay not to answer too. Curiosity gets the best of me :mon sweat:
Rena sure didn't say anything, because she hasn't had time.
I hope that doesn't affect Jurina.
Jurina had just entered the dressing room of TBS to get prepared for the recording of a television show, and she froze when she heard the question falling casually from the lips of team E member Rara Goto. She looked up in astonishment from the phone she had been playing with on her way here to stare in bewilderment at the 16-year old girl sitting at a table with a few other members.I would love to see Jurina's facial expression if it were a movie scene. I don't know why but I think it's going to be soooo funny xD
It’s not true! Jurina wanted to retort to the scandalous assumption. How can you possibly believe Rena would leave the group for such reasons? She can’t be dating that actor because… she’s already with someone else!Araaa~ I feel like to give this kid some pats on her back. Don't worry kiddo, everything is going to be fine :guitar:
So, Rena hasn't told Jurina about the kiss (scene) yet. Why is she so insensitive? Is it because she thinks it's not important? :depressed:
They had short conversation on LINE for two weeks, Rena should've noticed something's not right with Jurina. Something's not right between them. I want to know Rena's POV. In the next chapter, maybe? Rena should have good reasons. As far as I remember, she's a sensitive person. She knew when Jurina avoided her like she did when she realised she liked Rena. :cool2:
Jurina is also childish. She should be able to talk about it with Rena. Avoiding her just made things worse. I think Jurina is tired. Her responsibility as WCenter with newbie Ayuka drained her energy. She has double burden now that she also needs to take care of Ayuka. Jurina is mentally and physically tired. :frustrated:
It seems that the storm approaches ...
Jurina is giving another cold shoulder treatment to Rena. Haahhh.... :cool2:
So, Rena hasn't told Jurina about the kiss (scene) yet. Why is she so insensitive? Is it because she thinks it's not important? :depressed:
They had short conversation on LINE for two weeks, Rena should've noticed something's not right with Jurina. Something's not right between them. I want to know Rena's POV. In the next chapter, maybe? Rena should have good reasons. As far as I remember, she's a sensitive person. She knew when Jurina avoided her like she did when she realised she liked Rena. :cool2:
Jurina is also childish. She should be able to talk about it with Rena. Avoiding her just made things worse. I think Jurina is tired. Her responsibility as WCenter with newbie Ayuka drained her energy. She has double burden now that she also needs to take care of Ayuka. Jurina is mentally and physically tired. :frustrated:
But J is at fault too because she doesn't want to talk about it to Rena. Like "Hey Rena why didn't you tell me about kiss scene?" or "I am mad because you didn't tell me."
The reason J's anger is because Rena didn't bother tell her right? not the kiss itself..
RENA YOU MUST HAVE BEEN PLANNING ON SOMETHING I KNOW THAT :mon fierce: :mon fierce: :mon fierce: :mon fierce: :mon
It seems that the storm approaches ...
It seems they need a serious conversation, right?
After this, is there going to be more drama surrounding their love story??????
Rena may not be physically here with her, she could almost feel her presence in the very air she breathed, and at each step she took.
Jurina was all too aware of her conflicted feelings. How could she be upset at her, yet still love her so unconditionally? It wasn’t the first time she found herself facing such a contradiction; one that only seemed to arise when it came to the person named Rena Matsui.
Anyway, I know Rena would be present in this chapter but I didn't know HOW, so I'm super excited when she came home
and even cooked for Jurina. My heart... :shy1: Jurina should return the favor someday hehe..
When things got serious and Jurina almost lost her temper, I wondered what could possibly happen. I'm happy that they both were
mature enough and they wanted to listen to each other.
Rena, you should never do the same mistake again! :on yellcard:
I understand the reasons for Rena.
But I understand the anger of Jurina.
I'm glad they have made peace.
I'm so glad that Jurina didn't tell Churi about something that has been bugging her lately (correct me if I'm wrong).
Somehow this chapter kinda reminds me of the time when Rena was doing <Shin Bakumatsu Junjo Den> performances and Jurina stated that she doesn't want to go to her show because she doesn't want to see that "you-know-what" scene :lol:
Uuuughhhhhh... Now that we have Rena back to Nagoya, can we let them out for a date?????? Or dinner???? Or dinner date????? Or whatever you call it?????
:shy2: :shy2: :shy2:
Am i too late to comment this? We talked through tumblr and you know how busy i am despite weekend 😐😐
Ah so that was rena's reason? Hmmm.... Actually i am bit expecting jurina will stay mad for time being. So i guess this arch already closed? What is next?
We've seen from entirely series that mostly rena was the one at fault on each arch (the not telling grad, and now lied about the kiss). It makes me want to see Rena's anger to J. Like whatsoever conflict hahahaha.
No, she didn't tell Churi. Why are you glad she didn't tell her? Wouldn't it have been best if she confided first in Churi about it? She may have felt better after finally getting off her chest :)
Because this same person also ended up unexpectedly stealing her heart along the way.
Btw, Author-chan.. I just googled about La Boum movie
They both knew how they wanted their own story to end.But will destiny be on their side?
Thanks for this lovely chapter sophcaro-san, i didn't remember if i ever comment here, but yeah i have been following your stories for years. And i just want to make sure you know that you've got your self a fan here.
It's a happy moment. Too happy I'm afraid it's just a calm before storm
I hope Rena does not regret not working outside Nagoya.
Rena is really keeping her promise, I can't..... :farofflook:
I didn't expect her to love Jurina that much :mon runcry:
I don't know why but waiting for chapter 13 felt so long for me xD
Thanks for the update :twothumbs
About Rena refusing the job, I wonder what Jurina would think about it. I know Rena tried to stick to her words, but somehow I believe Jurina would encourage her to take the job instead if only Rena asked her opinion.
I have one (or two) more question(s) about the end of Destiny drama. I don't think you've told us about how it would end.
Would Arisa choose Yoshiaki over Nobunaga? Because it seems like Arisa and Yoshiaki got closer to each other recently. They even kissed.
Rena also told Jurina that she did ((another)) kissing scene at the end of the drama. Was it with Yoshiaki or Nobunaga?
My heart only belongs to RJurina is cutely cheesy. I don’t mind though. That's how she is. :on lol:
Well...... Are they sure that no one saw their 'kiss' on outside?
Hours of chatting could simply never replace your girlfriend’s gentle kisses or her warm embrace.It's not the first time they separated because of Rena's work. And Osaka is only a bit farther than Kyoto. I believe they'll survive. :farofflook:
Jurina hummed lightly as she listened to the older girl whispering gentle, soothing words in her ear, trying to take the most of their last moment together.A scene of two figures saying goodbye to each other in the middle of the cold winter always flashing in my mind and I instantly get so overwhelmed. It's not so sad but it's not a happy moment too... It's just... ugh... You know.... It's so hard to explain... Okay, I'll leave it to you :gmon tears:
I think you just cause me a heart attack.
What an unexpected twist to the story.
Of course I did not imagine something so high, when you commented that things were going to complicate for them.
The worst possibility development I've been thinking after reading the previous chapter really happen :banghead:
I kinda expected about Shunkan Bunshun with the kissing picts, but it's still giving me a heavy breathing. :stoned: :shock:
I'm not worried about Rena, she could manage it herself. Though I think she puts her career at stake as an actress.
I mean, she would probably reject the latest project in Osaka because of the scandal. And it's not good in this business.
It's suspenseful. Like...something really serious would happen, it can affect Rena and especially Jurina.
I don't know how Jurina would cope with the situation. :fainted:
I'm not worried about Rena, she could manage it herself.
They suspended me.
Because I can't even imagine if Jurina were transferred to JKT48 :mon mischief:
Please, if Miichan hunted her out of an guy's house to spend the night!
:banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Why suspend her? The group is in such a delicate situation already. :?
Jurina must be feel so guilty about the news. I kinda expected her to blame herself :nervous and it's not too hard to imagine how broken she is :cry: sometimes I wanna give this kid a pat on her back but I know she'll be happier if Rena were the one who did that xD
Thankfully our older Matsui is always there to help her through the rough time. Our typical cool headed Rena. I'm not surprise with the way she reacted to the news.
Somehow I can feel it how Rena is the biggest support for Jurina.
I love how Rena could take the problem calmly; at least in front of Jurina. That's exactly what Jurina needed at the moment.
The good news is...Jurina could spend more time with Rena?
Or it could be worse. Jurina wouldn't want to meet Rena until the chaos is over. :err:
Let's not forget that Churi also played a good role as her friend.
I kinda wondered what Churi was doing when both Matsui were in a room of her apartment. :on lol:
Hello there, it's been a while since my last comment.
Looks like i missed quite lot chapter
Look! My hunch was right :lol:
Now i am getting worried again, in real life of course they won't touch Jurina if she is really having scandal.
Let's see how those two cope with this problem.
Patterns were sometimes so hard to break.
“I have a photoshoot today.”
“I’ll make sure your skin stays absolutely pristine, then.”
And now, Rena has another secret she's going to keep from Jurina.
Ah meeting Jurina's mother means Rena has more things to hide once again unfortunately.
Thank you very much for the update.
Wow ... Rena is starting to have serious problems.
Tell the truth to Jurina or hide again what is happening?
Rena never meant to hurt Jurina's feeling, but in the end, she did the opposite by hiding things from her girlfriend. As far as I remember, it started with her not telling Jurina about her plan to graduate from SKE48, then Rena didn't tell Jurina about the kiss with the actor Yosuke for their drama, she also didn't immediately tell Jurina about the ring, and now there are two more things she has to hide from Jurina: her meeting with Akimoto-san and another meeting with Jurina's mom.
I understand that Jurina was NOT mad at Rena for not wearing the ring, she was mad because Rena kept hiding things from her.
I can't imagine if Jurina herself would later find out about both meetings Rena did. She would be angry, that's for sure. But there's one bigger problem: what if Jurina couldn't trust Rena anymore? No relationship could work without a trust.
I also understand that it's a tricky situation for Rena. But I believe that sooner or later, Jurina would eventually find out especially about Rena's meeting with Akimoto-san. I mean, Jurina would somehow meet him in some event and he could just casually mention that Rena went to his place to discuss about Jurina's situation and that she was being such a good friend.
I suddenly remember that there will be only few chapters left for Destiny and I think I'm not ready seeing my favorite fiction is coming to an end.
Hum no, Destiny is not about to end. Still many, many more chapters to come. For now, around 35 chapters are planned :yep:
OMG! I think problems are coming.
No. Don't you ever think to break up with Jurina, Rena. Please no
Can sense something bad gonna happen. Very bad.
Firstly, as I remember, you've ever told me that there would be 25 chapters (if I'm not misread) for Destiny (or it's Back In Time(?) please correct me if I'm wrong). But now I'm glad that you'll extend it to 35 chapters.
Rena finally broke down. I'm glad she had Airi with her. She badly needed a good company and I think Airi was being a good friend; just like Churi or Mayu to Jurina.
Rena was getting skinnier; she should take care of her own health or she would be sick. The last time she was sick was like years ago in the beginning of Heartbeat. (Jurina got sick more often.) Maybe this time they would reverse their role. Rena would be in a hospital and when Jurina wanted to visit her, she accidentally overheard Rena told Airi about her meeting with Akimoto and Jurina's mom.
Ps. I super like the idea of Rena being a female detective for a drama. I hope she would take the job!
“Us… It needs to end.”
The words made her feel like she was being constantly stabbed in the heart.
When her shaky hand came in contact with a small metallic object inside her pocket she realized what it was and retrieved it, leaving her spare key near the front door.
"End" is a strong word. Jurina didn't deserve such treatment, NOT when she just gave Rena forget-me-not flowers and was so patient with her all these time after Bunshun scandal.I'm agree with Bukiyou Taiyou-san that Jurina doesn't deserve to be treated that way.
“I love you, Jurina. I always will…”
“Us… It needs to end.”What does it mean, Rena????
Hi author San,
Good day, I been absent so long in the fanfic things, but even after a long break, your fanfic still caught me off guard.
Love how you write the story. But I do hope you give them a Happy endings
I want this story to end soon so their agony could stop but yet I don't want one of my favorite story to ends
Author -san, I'm a fan of Rena and a BIG fan of Wmatsui, so really thank so much for all your wonderful fanfic. The moment I started reading the 1st chapter of Heartbeat fanfic, I can't stop until the end, really a masterpiece :luvluv1:
For the lastest chapter of Destiny, eventhough I am sad with the separation of Wmatsui, but I do think it is a necessary story development. However, I'm sincerely praying the ending of this story will be a Happy Ending instead, because Wmatsui is meant to be together :luvluv2:
I feel really distressed by Rena's situation.
She has really had to interject her feelings for Jurina to continue her career as Idol
I really love the first part of this chapter. The flashback is like a breath of fresh air after gloomy days. How I miss that moment when everything was okay.
I wonder how Jurina deals with her broken heart. I hope she could fix it soon.
Secondly, why do I surprise when I found out that Airi got a spare key of Rena's apartment? Did I miss something here? :mon dunno:
Just how many chapter of frustration more we need to get through? :cry:
Ps. I just noticed your profile description, it says "Faithful Wmatsui shipper" and I can't help but laugh! When did you change it? XD
If only she could find a way to take her pain away, then she would gladly do it.
“Things have changed between us,” Jurina made sure her voice stayed steady, but she could already feel her eyes moistening. “We’re not as close as we used to. I don’t think we’ll spend much time together in the future.”
The point of view of Churi is being very important because we were seeing the real state of Jurina.
If only she could find a way to take her pain away, then she would gladly do it.And for me, the most heart-breaking scene in this chapter is this one:
After a little while, she slowly took a seat at the living room table, her fingers tracing absently the space where the flowers were previously placed. “Between the two of us, Jurina has always been the romantic. She constantly liked to shower me with affection and presents. I told her more than once that she didn’t need to do all those things, but she never listened. No one could stop Jurina once she had something inside her head.”I can clearly picture it how Rena.... and her moistened dreamy eyes...... I just can't :on speedy:
It seems that Rena is just as bad or worse than Jurina.
Since the very beginning, Churi has always been there for Jurina. As far as I remember, she's the first one to know Jurina's true feeling to Rena, even before Jurina's other best friend Mayu.
Well, in the later chapters, it's said that Churi was getting closer with Airi. But they're not in a relationship, right? Or maybe I missed something here?
Now that Rena would go to Tokyo for a new drama, I don't know how WMatsui would meet again in the near future. My wild thoughts imagine that maybe in Tokyo Rena would meet someone that could give her advice? Someone that has an experience to handle similar problem?
I agree with Minami-chan. Churi's point of view is important as well as Airi's. From Airi's point of view we could see how much Rena loves Jurina that she still kept the-forget-me-not flowers even long after it faded because it was from Jurina.
Ps. This is a very trivial thing but from this chapter I just learned about Pino and I want to eat them now. :tntrm:
At first I thought this chapter would be less saddening than the previous chapter but actually IT'S NOT! T_T
Your work on presenting both Churi and Airi's pov is so impressive! I like that! And that makes this chapter worth reading. *hats off*
Au contraire, no words needed to explain both Matsui's real pov. :on speedy:
Jurina in 2nd position in preliminaries. We know that on the day of the SSK everything can change. But it is a very good thing.
Jurina in 2nd position in preliminaries. We know that on the day of the SSK everything can change. But it is a very good thing.
Unfortunately, I don't believe Jurina will reach her objective of becoming n°1 this year.
Jurina has many dedicated fans, but Mayu and Sasshi have even more. As long as those two participate to SSK, I don't believe Jurina will manage to go higher than the 3rd position. But who knows! This is only my personal opinion, maybe things will be different this year :)
Kaori tied her long, black straight hair in a neat ponytail before stepping out of the car, [...]
[...] Two red capital letters, that had been handwritten by the killer.
I K
Two letters that awfully sounded like her own initials.
“Kaori, we’ll catch him,” Daisuke repeated, cupping her cheek and pressing a soft, loving kiss to her lips. “I promise you that we will.”
Lately, Yosuke had been acting a little friendlier with her. The shy person she had met at the beginning of the shooting of Destiny was a far distant memory, and their unexpected reunion on this new drama had brought them even more close. Now, the actor didn’t hesitate to initiate simple physical contact, whether on set or during leisure times when they joined their hotel or went out to eat.
But I think it has an advantage for Rena. People would forget about her scandal with Jurina!
That's good actually. She doesn't need to explain about her relationship with Jurina. The recent news did the job.
Sooo...all Rena needs to do is talking to Jurina; explain the situation. Jurina's mood would change from :on cloudeye: to :on gay:
Jurina deserves an explanation. And they both deserve a happy ending.
Bunshun!!!! :angry: :angry: :angry: :scolding: :scolding: :temper:
I
MISS
JURINA
:(
Always Bunshun creating rumors to the artists.
But it seems that they chase Rena too much. Are they also following Jurina?
Sooo...Yosuke kissed Rena again?? :shock:
Much as I like Yosuke, Rena only belongs to Jurinaaa...
I think I'm now sure that he has feelings to Rena. Like, 98.4% sure. :cool1:
And thanks that you finally revealed the ending of Destiny. Too bad Arisa didn't end up with Yoshiaki. Poor him...
To be honest, between Nobu and Yoshiaki, I'm more fond of Yoshiaki.
I don't know Nobu's character. He seemed distance to me, compared to his rival. Maybe because you wrote about Yoshiaki more than him.
About Bunshun, I somehow knew something would likely happen. Some other readers could also feel what's coming.
But I think it has an advantage for Rena. People would forget about her scandal with Jurina!
That's good actually. She doesn't need to explain about her relationship with Jurina. The recent news did the job.
I'm agree with Bukiyou Taiyou that the recent issue might erase people's memory about wmatsui's past scandal.
I am literally strain myself not to strangle Rena :scolding:
about the latest scandal, i wish Rena won't go to see Jurina and explain what happened.
Because no matter what Rena says, it doesn't change the fact that Rena was the one broke up with Jurina.
why would she explain? Cause it doesn't matter anymore.
Can I just ship Jurina and Churi here?
Because there was no way Rena could have just walked in her hospital room.
TO BE CONTINUED
Because there was no way Rena could have just walked in her hospital room.TO BE CONTINUED
I innocently scrolled down after that sentence above - wondering what would happen by the time Rena stepped in Jurina's hospital room - and when I found this infamous caveat below
I was like :shock: :tantrum: :fainted:
I hope it's not only Jurina's imagination. That would be sad formeher.
I hope it's not her imagination :cry: :cry:
PS : You are my favorite author, i love your writing style :inlove:
I suppose the fact that they hospitalize Jurina when they publish an article of Rena and Yosuke. This has made Rena react.
It's really great to see Jurina again though she's not in a good shape. But I'm not surprise :cry:
I think Jurina ignoring her health had become a bad habit she need to break soon :cry:
When I reached the cliffhanger in the end, I was like "Eeeeeeehhhhhhhhhhhhhh......."
This chapter felt so short and ended just like in a blink of an eye yet makes me so excited about what will happen next. But that's what I like about this chapter!
Though I'm still not certain about someone who's about to enter Jurina's room, I hope the person (whoever she is) will make Jurina feel better :fainted:
(Plot twist: someone who's about to enter Jurina's room is actually her mother :v)
Ok it's not funny haha I know hehe ._____.
UPDATE SOON AUTHOR-SAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MERCI BEAUCOUP!
Author-san, please stop breaking all our hearts, we CAN'T take it anymore for all the agony :pleeease:...Hopefully there is really a light behind all these suffering soon... Thank you for your great work...
There was always a light at the end of the tunnel.
So, cheer up readers!!!! :mon fyeah: :mon roll:
And here I am still blaming bunshun for everything that is happening
I feel bad for the both of them, but also feel bad for Furuyanagi. They're trying to do what's best for the two of them but everything just turns the other way and makes things harder for the four of them.
Both Churi and Airi were being a good friend and it's expected they defended their own best friend. Churi was a bit too much but Airi's silent didn't help.
Jurina has been totally destroyed.
But Rena is just like Jurina.
I understand Churi's anger with Airin. Although Airin is being very good friend with Rena.
I'm very intrigued by how you're going to continued the story.
Author-san, please stop breaking all our hearts, we CAN'T take it anymore for all the agony :pleeease:...
Author-san, please give us mercy. We can't take this pain any longer. :on kimbo:
I was so happy when it's really Rena (not Churi OR Jurina's mom) who came to the hospital.
I think both of them are clumsily making conclusions too fast; Jurina tought that Rena would make everything between them right again and Rena thought that Jurina wouldn't think that far for asking her to get back together immediately. And that is not so wise, young ladies~ :glasses:
And for Airi and Churi..... I hope that wmatsui's bad term won't affect their friendship (or seems like it already did?!!!!).
it's been awhile since i last read Destiny
i miss out from chapter 23 and read it in one go till 28
and.... all of the feels is just :cry: :cry: :cry:
Anw always love this fic!!!
can't wait for the next update
*ur lovely silent reader
Anyway, despite the gloomy mood, I like the very last sentence in this chapter.
Let's hope that storm would eventually calm. :prayers:
Hopefully there is really a light behind all these suffering soon
I'm so agree with Bukiyou Taiyou-san that the last sentence of this chapter is kinda relieving for the reader after the "storm".
So, cheer up readers!!!! :mon fyeah: :mon roll:
Yosuke let her proceed without a word, curiosity getting the best of him when Rena’s face spread into a smile. “What are you thinking about?”
“Nothing, it’s just…” Rena’s mouth curved with tenderness. “You’re reminding me of someone.”
[.....]
“Of course not,” Yosuke replied. Exchanging one last smile, he followed her retreating form as she turned on her heels, wondering pensively who could be that mysterious person responsible for triggering such fondness in Rena’s voice.
It gives me something of pity that you have not included in the fic, the graduation of Mayu, Akane, etc ... I hoped that you really wrote about it.
I do not forget, obviously, the theme of this fanfiction.
If it were not a WMatsui, I would not read it.
If both annoying a simple observation as I have been sorry for the temporary jump. I will solve it by not posting again.
Sorry to have bothered you.
I do not forget, obviously, the theme of this fanfiction.
If it were not a WMatsui, I would not read it.
If both annoying a simple observation as I have been sorry for the temporary jump. I will solve it by not posting again.
Sorry to have bothered you.
It may have been two years since the last time she had spoken or even crossed path with Rena, it didn’t mean she didn’t follow her actuality from afar.I kept thinking, "HOW COULD THEY DO THAT?????" and that was BUGGING me the most while I was reading this chapter.
I just hate Jurina suffering :>We're in this together, readers!!! :cheers
How I wish that sousenkyo result comes true...How I also wish Jurina will get that 1st place! She really deserves it, and I want to believe it will happen in real life. Fingers crossed!
Oh wow...it's a very long chapter! I really appreciate and admire your determination and persistence to write the update. :k-great:
When you put the sneak peek on twitter, I had this feeling that Destiny would end soon because it fasts forward to two years later.
You know what, I thought the event was Jurina's graduation concert and Rena surprised everyone with her unexpected attendance. Or maybe it was her last handshake event before her graduation where Rena out of nowhere came to say hi ^^" Or maybe it was an event for national broadcast where she bumped into Rena who also appeared to be there.
I felt warm that Jurina got nice senpais and friends. It gives me assurance that she was never really alone for those two years. She always had her friends behind her back.
Meanwhile Rena... She only had Airi. And Yosuke, probably. She considered him as a friend, I guess? Not really a friend like Airi, but I think you understand what I'm trying to say.
It's such a relief that Rena texted Jurina. She could make a call, but maybe for now, a text was enough to bring tears of joy.
Well author-san, it actually surprised me that you suddenly fast forward the story to two years later :shock:
Not that I didn't enjoy reading this chapter, it's just I have no idea how had been they living their lives in the last two years. Without. Each. Other's. Presence.
I know Jurina has good friends and senpais but in the last two years they graduated one by one. I kinda curious how did she manage to stay strong during that time though I know that they who have graduated are never really leave her. (I'm sorry for being nosy xD)
I kept thinking, "HOW COULD THEY DO THAT?????" and that was BUGGING me the most while I was reading this chapter.
I mean.... how could two person who still love and care for each other that have been losing contact for two years, suddenly text each other like nothing happened???
Seriously how did they do that?????? :tantrum:
“Why don’t you come with me? It would give us the chance to try out even more Korean restaurants.”#2
“If you need someone to talk to, I’m here. [....] I’m a good listener and I would never betray your confidence. Don’t ever doubt that, Rena.”#3
When Yosuke reached across the table to take her hand, she stiffened in reaction when he gave her fingers a light, comforting squeeze.
They really need to be reunited soon. And when I say soon, I mean really soon
I strongly believe Yosuke had a feeling for Rena.Maybe it started with only Yosuke's friendly sympathetic feeling towards Rena but I can see it grew more than that. :yep:
Can I expect a happy ending in this arc?? Can I? Can I? Can I?:deco: :deco: :deco: :deco: :deco: :deco: :deco: :deco: :deco: :deco:
Glad you're back author-san :D
I have been waiting for your update
Nice story as always :twothumbs
About Rena's song for that day, is it only Ame no Pianist? I hope she will have a duet with Jurina. Or at least, a song with both of them in it.
Rena clearly still has feelings for Jurina, but we really do not know what Jurina thinks today.
It's nice to see what Rena thought of her first meeting with Jurina after a while. Jurina was surprisingly calm, I want to know what happened inside her brain. Did she feel the beating heart like Rena's?
Also I'm very curious to know what's happening inside Jurina's head. I don't know if she's feeling the warmth grow inside her chest or if she's being overwhelmed by her nervousness.
You're back!!! :jphip: :jphip:
But
When I was skimming this chapter, I little bit forgot how they ended up like this, so I didn't read this chapter right away. lol
I needed to refresh my memory about Destiny so I read some of the previous chapters to make sure what's going on XD
I'M SORRYYYYYYYYY
So Rena accepted to come just because Jurina invited her, is this the sign she wanted to go back together again????
Talking about Churi, I understand what she felt for her best friend but I hope her anger won't grow any further that will lead to something bad for her relationship with both Matsui.
Shall we celebrate your come back with eclair au chocolat??? :cheers
take me 4 hours to finish reading all the destiny chapter. Im glad I can catch up fast enough
Anyway Rena came to jurina graduation concert fufufu I wonder will they perform kiss datte hidariki together.
Oh wow, that makes me wonder how much you would have forgotten if I hadn't updated in, let's say, six months. :P
Why not try something different this time? I like flans à la vanille too 8) (it's also another popular French dessert)Why not crème brûlée? You don't like it? (I think it's more popular among people. who. are. not. French) :P
“See, that’s what I’m talking about,” Rena sadly murmured. “The performance hasn’t even started yet and you’re already crying.”
Jurina widened her eyes, startled when Rena delicately brushed away a tear from her cheek: she hadn’t even felt it rolling down. When Rena was about to pull her hand away again, she quickly trapped Rena’s fingers inside hers, keeping them closely pressed to her cheek. “Maybe you’re right. Maybe emotion will get the best of me and I won’t be able to hold my tears back on stage. I don’t care; it doesn’t matter. I don’t want to live with regrets.”
(In my wildest dream, I kind of hope some IRL SKE48’s staff really read this and apply some of your ideas for Jurina’s real graduation concert. The plane thingy with those words were cool.)
Reading this chapter feels like like I'm already watched Jurina's graduation concert in advance. I can mentally picture scene by scene clearly as if it was real! Perfectly done! It's perfect, beautiful, and excellent! They shall hire you as one of the staffs!!
I couldn't hope the future concert to be any better than this! I love the idea of inviting old members, the pioneers.
I was waiting for this new chapter and I must say it was worth it, besides, seriously you should consider offering your services to Aki-p as a concert producer. I enjoyed the concert as if it were a real one!
I’d be lying if I said I didn’t expect that “twenty-nine-year-old girl, her brown hair tied back in a ponytail and dressed in an elegant long black dress” in the beginning of the concert to be Matsui Rena. She was on my mind when I read it. And I was like, “Oh wow, their duet is too soon.” What a plot twist when later I found out she was Maeda Atsuko.
I don’t know if you did it unconsciously or not to mention the age, but Acchan and Rena had the same age, so some readers (not only me I guess) could mistake the girl to Rena, too.
It was very surprising to see Acchan waiting for Jurina at the top, sincerely I thought it would be Rena.
You even write original lyrics of Rivalry! I super like the concept of military outfit with all the acts between Mouse and Center(?)!
Rena’s short conversation with Yuki surely brought back memories. Everything was fine back then. (I’ll re-read those certain chapter of Partners.) I hope they can repeat the moment.
I have a special mention for Yuki. Sweet and tender Yuki! Reminding Rena of the summer at Mayu's house and telling her it would be great that maybe, just maybe, they could repeat the experience ... yep! Yuki is the heroine of this chapter XD
Now ... Rena, Jurina ... this is very complicated!!
Jurina thinks that Rena is just being nice and is afraid of getting too close and Rena on her part, is afraid of getting too close and causing her pain... argh !!
Just kiss each other you two!!
When Rena said yes to Jurina’s question and you ended this chapter with “It was now up to her to begin a new chapter”, I almost got a tiny heart attack to think that it might be the end of the trilogy of Destiny, that you might intend to write a cliffhanger ending since the very start. My heart is not prepared for a final goodbye when I read this chapter. Then I saw this infamous “TO BE CONTINUED” and I was so relieved, knowing that a new chapter will come.
A really good chapter. Of the best I've read.
Thank you very much, you have really put a lot of feeling and dedication in this part and I'm sure we all appreciate it.
I'm still not clear about Rena's feeling. She wasn't saying a word when Jurina asked that certain question is somewhat showed a hesitation though the simple nod gesture was loud and clear. I'm just afraid that J will misinterpret that sign and end up hurt again :(
And finally... the whole chapter was great, but the part that moved me the most was the end:
"Will I... see you again?"
Yes!! Rena !! You just have to say yes!!!
Waiting for that answer seemed like an eternity.
At least the door to reconciliation has opened ... right? Right??
Although I admit that I would have liked Rena to be more verbal with the answer, I understand that she didn't expect that question.
But WMatsui is talking again!!
Owh yesss I want to see WMatsui back together :jphip: :jphip:
I totally didn’t know that you posted your story here too. I’ve commented on your story in ao3. And I really couldn’t wait for a new chapter. Keep up the good work. Honestly I am re-reading your writing again. It’s like a must read story to me now. :D
I read it slowly, and mustered all my power not to peek at caveat at the bottom of the page.
This chapter brings me so much feels, it makes me a bit emotional and melancholy. You wrote each passage with great details that I felt nostalgic :’)
This chapter really brighten up my Sunday morning yet it gave me mixed of feelings. The flashback moments in Jurina's mind made me delighted and sad at the same time. I don't know what to feel anymore :cry:
this update gave me a lot of mixed feelings, happy and sad at the same time
I really liked how you got to convey Jurina's feeling in Rena's apartment. Something that was once so familiar and natural, became kind of weird although there were thousands of memories and happy moments.
Oh, it was so nostalgic!
When Jurina reminisced her good old days with Rena, I too couldn’t help but remembering all those nice moments between them. I remember their particular conversation about that Hawaiian t-shirt in which Rena said to Jurina, “You always get what you want, don’t you?” (I also remember it provoked the next action.)
The mood is a little lighter when Rena offered a couch for Jurina to stay. WHY COUCH, RENA, WHEN YOU COULD JUST ASK HER TO SLEEP IN YOUR BEDROOM? And when Jurina said, “Rena… I really can’t stay”, I mentally added, “unless I sleep on your bed with you.” Well, of course it won’t happen. Jurina was cautious enough that she “invaded” Rena’s personal space/room since the very beginning.
From this chapter I learned that I might need to re-read the whole trilogy because seems like I've missed some details.
Let them have a happy ending, please please please please pleaaaaaaaaaase.......
although I know Jurina will forgive Rena in the end, cause.. they still love one another
However, hope remains. I am sure that Jurina will be able to accept the apologies of Rena and her mother and will be able to forgive them.
Another drama coming up, I feel that way
Isn't the Hawaiian T shirt became small to Jurina? I mean it has been 3 years.
"I still loved you". Past tense
I didn't expect that with a simple conversation things would work again
Normal that Jurina needs time to reorganize her head and ideas.
She has been believing in something that has turned out to be false...
GOD THAT TO BE CONTINUED SHOCK ME OUT-
Sorry I just feel depressed since Jurina is hiatus ;-;
“Thank you…” Rena was taken by surprise when she felt a hand holding hers without warning, taking in Jurina’s small, shy look directed at her.
Rena didn’t immediately respond but, as she felt Jurina’s fingers slowly withdrawing, she knew she didn’t want this unexpected contact between them to end. Not yet. “Just a little.” A smile ruffled Rena’s mouth as she held firmly on Jurina’s fingers, preventing them from escaping her grasp.
“It will, thank you…” Jurina gave her fingers a gentle, light squeeze.
“Once or twice?!” Rena couldn’t take it anymore and laughed. “It’s alright, Jurina,” she smiled tolerantly, observing the younger girl as she raised her hands and joined them together, blowing onto them to warm them up. “Did I ever once get mad at you?” Rena reached forward, cupping Jurina’s hands with her gloves and gently rubbing them against the cold. “I don’t believe so.”
“As much as you were there for Jurina, to support her and be a loyal friend to her during those difficult times, I was by Rena’s side. I watched her everyday as she suffered and remained haunted by the memory of what she had done to the person she loved the most in this world. Rena was devastated, her heart shattered into pieces after losing her. Some dark days, it was almost like gazing at an empty shell; the light had left her eyes as if she was slowly fading away.”Why did you reveal how Jurina dealt with her broken heart more than Rena? Is it because Rena is way more mature than Jurina so she could handle the situation better? I'm so curious because Rena always seems fine about it.
From my prediction next chapter last? Or you want to add another one?
The snow in the end of this chapter made it even sweeter. The whole ambiance was perfect.
Aaaahhh the classic first snow scene... Too sweet for my heart :nya: :on gay:
PLEASE GET BACK TOGETHER YOU TWO!
Airi and Churi were definitely being a best friend to leave Rena and Jurina alone. Their reason not to invite Jurina was logical and right on point. Nothing was fishy, right? Hehe…
Airi and akane do a great job for those two i need a friend like them~
WMATSUI MOMENT IN THIS CHAPTER BROUGHT TO YOU BY........ FURUYANAGI!!! THANK YOU, YOU TWO ESPECIALLY AIRIN!
I like the way Rena always be the one who's more calm than Jurina. Sasuga senpai!
Why did you reveal how Jurina dealt with her broken heart more than Rena? Is it because Rena is way more mature than Jurina so she could handle the situation better? I'm so curious because Rena always seems fine about it.
:on gay: :on gay: :on gay:
a new opportunity is in the air .....
:on gay: :on gay: :on gay:
“Do you want to come inside my room?” she blurted out
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“Yes! I do want to come inside.”
“Or anything else you want. I don’t mind, really. What would you like to do? Just tell me.”
the way Rena felt insecure and thought that Jurina walked away or it's just her imagination, reminding me of the past when Jurina felt that way.The parallel with the last chapter of Heartbeat was done on purpose, so I'm glad it was noticed :)
The sweet little romantic moment is nice, like how Rena picked the gloves and scarf for Jurina and how Jurina returned the gesture by ordering that mocha with a little surprise for Rena
Jurina was asking Rena to make things official like no hiding 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍👍👍 and it also makes me wonder, is it like they were going out to public and didn't care about the media or how? Because it's how Jurina was hinting.
For when Rena showed Jurina the ring, literally made me scream. haha. Like finally~~
It's such a beautiful chapter, I love how Rena always bring the ring in her makeup box :shy2:
Thank you very much for the update.
We missed you but the wait was worth it.
The parallel with the last chapter of Heartbeat was done on purpose, so I'm glad it was noticed
“[…] I want you back in my life,” Jurina murmured earnestly, gathering her against her chest. “Not for a day, a weekend, a few weeks or month […]”This somehow reminds me of the first part of Irresistible by The Corrs. :on lol:
“In the morning or in the evening. With or without makeup. When you were all sweaty from dancing and exhausted after a long day of rehearsal with the group. Nevermind the day, the time, or the circumstances, you were still the most gorgeous girl in the room to me.”Jurina once again proved that she’s a sweet talker. :onionwhip:
For a while, they quietly stayed into each other’s arms, simply enjoying each other’s warmth and presence. Jurina allowed herself to relax, refusing to move away from the comfortable position they had settled in.I feel you, Jurina. I would do exactly the same.
…from the smiles they occasionally exchanged while they were engaged in a conversation, to the physical proximity highlighted by their casual handholding.
…from the hand that refused to let go of Rena’s, and too often played with her fingers. To the smile full of love and adoration she harbored each time her eyes landed on the older girl.
Nice chapter as always :on GJ: :on GJ:
They're just so sweet
It's finally time for J to introduce R to her mom properly
Yes jurina will bring rena to her mom and then get married! :deco: :deco:
Anyway, I'm glad that Jurina invited Rena to eat with Jurina's mother.
Jurina really must forgive her mother. I also think that the three should talk about what happened in the past.
they have to leave that chapter behind to look to the future.
but I'll also be sad cause it would be the last chapter
It seems that this story is nearing the end.
It will be a real pity to read the final chapter after so many years following this story, this story has enchanted me.
oh and sophcaro san, i know that you a reaally faithful wmatsui shipper, but do you have another jurina ship?
I know it’s been years that WMatsui didn’t keep in touch –literally and figuratively– but in this chapter they did kiss a lot haha! I counted they at least kissed 10 or 11 times, and it doesn’t even include those lingering kisses. :shy1:
Anyway, the movie they watched together was Leap Year (2010), right? I got it when I learned it was about a sophisticated Boston girl and a gruff Irish bartender. I wonder why they watched it instead of…Home Alone haha!
I’m glad that Rena and Churi could mend their relationship.
“Listen to me,” Rena cradled Jurina’s face between her palms, delicately wiping away her tears one after another. “I know I’m a clumsy, flawed 29-year-old girl who still sometimes has difficulty expressing how she feels. For so many years, I did not want to meddle with matters of the heart. It took me so long to accept that I needed you in my life more than I thought. To come to the realization that I had fallen in love with my flirty, sometimes childish, yet caring, faithful and passionate WCenter. This heart belongs to you,” Rena held Jurina’s hand inside hers and placed it against her beating heart. “It has never beaten for anyone else but you. And as long as you want me in your life, as long as your love for me stays intact, I vow to never, ever leave your side again.”
“Of course she does. She loves you as much as I do,” Jurina replied, her tone softening. “Well, I mean.” A mischievous expression appeared on her face. “Not as much as I love you, that’s not possible.”
“Yes,” Jurina replied, momentarily caught off guard by the mysterious twinkle in Rena’s small brown orbs.
“No, you don’t need a boyfriend. You have better.”
Despite the distant memory, Paris had left quite an impression on her, and Rena promised herself to return one day.
“Morning…” Rena whispered; she planted a gentle kiss on Jurina’s forehead.
She stroked Jurina’s face, tracing her cheekbones, and gently kissed her on the cheek.
Jurina brought their lips together. “I really missed you.”
“I missed you too,” Rena caressed her hair, then added teasingly. “But you do realize we were only separated for two hours, right?”
“Why not?” Rena fetched a third macaroon from the box and approached the biscuit to Jurina’s mouth, only to stop a few inches away. “What’s wrong with a little… temptation?”
Jurina’s heart skipped a beat, and she opened her mouth. While she slowly ate the macaroon, Rena appeared satisfied, her thumb grazing her lower lip again and again, then sliding to her chin as her eyes danced with wicked lust and amusement. Jurina’s stare latched onto her sensuous lips, swallowing hard, not hesitating any longer to succumb to the provocation and greedily seize Rena’s mouth with her own.
….
“Yes, I do. And you lost,” Mayu smirked. “But you’re right.” She patted Jurina’s arm. “It’s always good to have faith.”
Jurina observed Mayu who was enjoying her Coca Cola, trying hard not to be affected by her self-satisfied expression.
Alright, Mayu had managed to beat her, but there was nothing to gloat about: it was solely by a small margin!
“Stop it,” Jurina grumbled.
“What? I didn’t do anything,” Mayu, sipping her soda through the straw, very innocently answered.
Mayu didn’t understand French any more than her but her undivided passion for mangas had taken the upper hand, shutting down any common sense. Earlier too, when they had wandered around the game section, Mayu had monopolized the area for 30 min straight, nevermind if none of the games were compatible with Japanese consoles.
Yuki halted in front of the hotel door and raised her arm, stopping in mid-air when she perceived explicit noises coming from the other side.
…
When Mayu caught the sounds coming from inside the room, her mouth twitched with amusement. “Oh, I see. Yes, it’s best to go downstairs. They’ll join us later. Maybe.”
…
Yuki stared back at her in bafflement. “On the first day?!”
“But why? What do you think they usually do in bed?” Mayu asked cheekily. “Play chess? Conjugate Latin verbs?”
Chocolate-passion sphere... On the right side of the plate, was disposed a white jar filled with hot chocolate. Jurina seized it, dexterously pouring the hot liquid over the top of the sphere. At the contact, the sphere slowly melted, revealing a small square red box hidden inside.
“But it’s already special,” Jurina whispered, warming from inside. She gathered her into her arms and held her close. “I’m here, with you, in Paris. What more could I ask for?”
La vie c’est des étapes… La plus douce c’est l’amour… La plus dure c’est la séparation… La plus pénible c’est les adieux… La plus belle c’est les retrouvailles.
The part when rena propose jurina wow that was so touching and romantic.
Btw amazing story author san
I was thinking if you done with all your fanfic. What if you try to make mayuki fanfic like the same one in the destiny I want to know their story too.
I do not want to sound cheesy. But this chapter has made me very happy. It has been very satisfactory.
I also have to say that I am very happy to have followed this saga from beginning to end. It has been a long road, but I'm glad I followed it with the author's sophcaro.
If you decide to publish it, I hope you will let us know, why I want a copy and if it can be autographed, I will not hesitate to try to get it and send it to Spain;)
See you in the epilogue.
When I read a fic, there’s always one dominant feeling left; either happy, sad, angry, curious, or something in between. After reading the second part of chapter 40, I realised one thing: it felt as light as feathers. The overall mood is bright and sunny, with a touch of sensual scene here and there. :k-inlove:
Remember about the French girl who took a pic for them? Imagine if she’s an idol fan! She would be terrific to meet the WMatsui legend!
Your choice to put Rena and Jurina to travel with Mayu and Yuki in Paris was perfect. I like how they all enjoyed their time together, as a couple or as friends of four. I personally love how Mayu brought cheerful energy in this story even since they arrived in Paris. (To be honest I could practically hear her voice in typical Japanese high pitched voice haha!) I like it when Jurina and Mayu competing in Rustler Roundup Shootin’ Gallery. They were indeed bestfriends. This scene is funny!
Mayu and Yuki’s wedding was expected. They were a cool couple since they started the relationship.
Ps. Just in case any of you wondering about the French quote in WMatsui’s room, I asked my best friend Google Translate about what it means. Here’s the answer:Quote from: SophcaroLa vie c’est des étapes… La plus douce c’est l’amour… La plus dure c’est la séparation… La plus pénible c’est les adieux… La plus belle c’est les retrouvailles.
Life is steps... The sweetest is love... The hardest is the separation... The most painful is the goodbyes... The most beautiful is the reunion.
The quote perfectly wrapped up the whole trilogy, since Heartbeat, to Partners, to Destiny. Hats off to Sophcaro-san! :kneelbow:
it's kinda sad that this long story will come to an end soon :')
I've laughed a lot thanks to Yuki and that unfortunate morning when she hears Jurina and Rena making love. :lol: :lol:
Yuki always manages to tear a smile from me.
And Mayu earned a couple of "thumbs up" with the idea of the bouquet for Yuki. :twothumbs I know they are a secondary couple, but I really enjoy when you write about them. :wub:
I can't imagine a scenario in which it isn't Rena who asks THE question.
It had to be Rena. It must be Rena.
In Partners, she said she didn't think about marriage and I'm sure Jurina respected that deeply, so she refrained from thinking about suggesting it. So when Rena is the one who says "Will you spend the rest of your life with me?" Oh! It was sublime. :inlove: :inlove:
What greater show of love on her part! After everything they both suffered !! I felt tears coming from my eyes. :cry:
And now both are working together in a historical drama. Let me guess: Is it Warriors ?? :P
Now we just have to wait for the epilogue. Which I can guess will be something very nostalgic for everyone, but especially for you, the author. See the end of your long and hard work through these years... :jphip:
Congratulations, Sophcaro.
Jurina took a step backwards but Rena quickly caught her hand, entwining their fingers. “It can wait a few more minutes.”
All their efforts had paid off, hadn’t they?
(Late review for Chapter 40, part 2 >_< )
Hello. Before I begin, I'm sorry I'm making this review VERY, VERY late. It's for the penultimate chapter of Destiny instead of the final one. I was planning on posting this before you uploaded the epilogue but I kept procrastinating making an account. I'm sorry >_<
I know I didn't need to spend days writing a long ass review commenting on everything and telling you how wonderful this is. There are also thoughtful comments by other people and I doubt that this will be a substantial addition, but here you go.
Oh my god I can't believe that this fanfic have reached the ending. Well the epilogue is really touching and when I read this I can feel the sincerity in the vow. This is the best fanfic I ever read. Good job sophcaro san. I hope you will continue your hiatus fanfic soon.
Wow. This final epilogue was just amazing! It's still hard to believe how long this journey was, but it really does feel satisfying to see it conclude with a happy ending! The detail you went into on expressing Rena and Jurina's emotions throughout the epilogue was great.
Really, seeing this epilogue made me feel good and happy. I'm glad I got to see how Rena and Jurina's relationship turned out in the end. Thank you for a great series and for this happy ending!
I’ve been reading your fic since 2015. The first story I read was chapter 8 of Partners. When I found it, I knew that I would stick to it. Chapter 8 brought me back to the beginning: Heartbeat. I then became your reader even until you wrote Destiny and completed the trilogy. I remember I was so happy and excited to see a new notification on my email each time you updated the story.
I really can't believe that this will be the last comment I will write for the trilogy!!
I still remember when I read the first chapter of Heartbeat. I had read other Wmatsui fics, but nothing like Hearbeat. To my fortune, you had already advanced a lot in the story and I only had to wait for the final chapters. Since then, you became my favorite author. :jphip: :wub:
While I was reading the epilogue, I couldn't help but remembering all the path the characters have walked and how you lead us through this story. Thank you very much for leaving an incredible work for us and also for all the new fans who are about to discover it. :heart: :yep:
I like that this chapter featuring the appearance of Rena’s mom and brother. Her 33-year-old brother seemed nice and had perfect words for her.
I must point out that it was a pleasant surprise to read about Rena's family. During the trilogy you talked about Jurina's mother, but you hadn't shown much about Rena's family. So it was great to see the interaction she has with her brother and mother.
All the pain WMatsui had been through, all the tears, all the doubts…it was finally served well. Rena and Jurina have all the right in the world for a happy ending they deserved.
I honestly had no idea how the story would end and at times I had my doubts about whether there would be a happy ending or not. But here we are, four years later, enjoying the WMatsui wedding. :thumbsup
Yuki and Mayu’s part made me laugh, especially when Mayu pointed out about the-not-so-pure WMatsui. This reminds me something about their conversation in a hotel in Paris haha!
Well, I think I have no better way to close this comment than by awarding the prize for best dialogue of the epilogue:
Yuki beamed with admiration. "Look at them. Jurina and Rena look ... they look so happy. So beautiful and pure in those elegant white dresses."
"Pure, huh ..." :lol: :lol:
From Mayu teasing Yuki (as usual :P)
I’m happy to see Mariko attended the wedding. Remember that she was the one who encouraged Jurina to confess her feeling to Rena looong time ago? And YOSUKE! I don’t know but I have a soft spot for him since he’s so caring and sweet.
Mariko and Yosuke definitely had to be there!! Both of them were valuable presences for the brides. Mariko was the one who encouraged Jurina and Yosuke was the one who helped Rena fight her feelings of guilt and search for Jurina again. One might think that they were unimportant characters, but the truth is that they had a very important role in the trilogy. :yep:
The Furuyanagi and Mayuki moments here were really fun to read too! From Mayu teasing Yuki (as usual :P), to Airin and Akane doing what they could to support Jurina and Rena. Also, Churi being the one to catch Rena's bouquet! lol And of course, Mariko interacting with Jurina after the wedding was such a delightful moment! These little moments all feel very genuine and I liked that.
“Who could have imagined that this 11-year old kid who promised your father and I - with such bold confidence - to always take care of you, would one day be the person you would marry?”What a reveal :lol: and honestly? I would have imagined it. Asking someone to trust you with their daughter? That's practically a marriage proposal! :D Man, kid Jurina had no fear. Also, Rena's mom keeping the newlywed magazine shoot in a photo album? We love a shipper.
“So, are you more relaxed?”Cute.
Jurina made a face. “Well, uh… You want an honest reply?”
“I’m sorry, but I can’t help it. I wouldn’t be surprised if Jurina falls in love with you all over again when you walk down the aisle. I hope she won’t faint when she sees you, or it will be problematic to continue the ceremony.”A valid assumption and a valid concern. Not foolishness at all, Rena-san. I know I would have fallen in love with Rena again and fainted, even as a guest.
Rena chuckled at her foolishness.
“Pure, huh…” Mayu, who was standing by Yuki’s side, tapped her index finger against her chin. “I think I know what they are going to do this evening when they get home, and I’m almost sure it doesn’t involve anything pure.”I certainly agree with her guess as to what WMatsui will be doing after the wedding, but I think we all also know that it will be the purest lovemaking that they will ever experience (is there a term for 'happy ending sex'??). Assuming no one faints from exhaustion from the wedding, of course. Just keep Yuki away from them :yuki:
Let's say Jurina was being especially emotional and it's more something she said on the spur of the moment, without true afterthoughts? I believe Jurina was mostly trying to show her undivided commitment to Rena through those words.