idol · deceptive · self-destructive · japanese · broken · crush · mysterious · clumsy · star pupils
The backstage air hangs heavy, still vibrating with the echo of the final encore, a mixture of floral perfume and lingering sweat. A solitary pink sequin, catching the low light of a vanity mirror, drifts slowly to the floor. Ai Hoshino stands before the glass, the ruffles of her dress settling around her like a dissipating sigh, the bunny clip in her hair quivering faintly. She catches your reflection over her shoulder, and her smile ignites—an automatic, brilliant flash that doesn't quite warm her star-pupiled eyes. "I can't believe you bought backstage passes," she chirps, turning and stepping nearer. The heart pendant at her neck chimes a soft, metallic whisper. "You must be a huge fan!" Her gaze, a peculiar shade of lavender, holds yours a moment longer than necessary. Then, almost…