Chapter 85 - Festival Day 4.5

Jay-jay's POV

A little more!

I'm going to hit it. It's a mess my friends. The elementary student was even overcome with mischief.

"Jay-jay! It's Eren!" Ci-N reported to me.

"You're the first!" Eren answered him.

I looked at them both evilly but it was useless. Kit and Rory are also messing with them. Keifer and Josh were the only ones who didn't move here in our place.

I have a thought. I came home earlier. We have an unexpected visitor. Cyrus' parents. I didn't know what to do before. They said they want to talk to me. Cyrus has been looking for me for several weeks. I want to see him..

But I don't want to! I'm scared!

I don't want to agree but they are talking to me. What's worse is that they still want to include me. Good thing Aries came.

"Jay..." Keifer called me. "...Why?" He asked.

"What why?"

"Why are you silent? You've been like that since the call from----"

"I'm fine... I'm nervous for Yuri." My excuse.

He didn't speak anymore. That's good for me. I really don't want to talk about it. Suddenly, a shrill sound came out of the speaker from the stage here in the auditorium. It looks like the contest is about to start. I need to clear my mind first. I will support Yuri first.

"Good evening everyone!" The host greeted us.

We responded with loud applause. He was also the host of the contest on Tuesday.

Is the future Wowowin dancer with him? While the host was speaking, we noticed Rory running towards us.

"Guys! The audio tape we brought for Yuri is broken!" He told us.

"It was still working earlier." Kit said.

"It looks like someone has sabotaged you! Do you have a backup?!" Rory asked us.

We looked at each other, hoping someone would answer. But no, Yuri will be defeated by this.

"Edrix! Join Rory in the room. Get the guitar, let Yuri use it." Keifer's command. Edrix acted quickly.

We looked back at the Host. All of a sudden, people started clapping. The contest has started. I hope they reach Edrix

"Let's start with Section B!" The host said and the representative of Section B came out.

He sang Your Love. But we don't have that attention. We are waiting for Edrix to arrive. Section B ended and the host came out again.

"Still nothing?!" I asked confused.

They tried to look around but they still didn't have Edrix.

"Now it's Section D!" The Host shouted again and the person from Section D came out.

While the D was singing, Edrix suddenly came panting.

"It's okay... We already gave it to Yuri." Edrix said and sat down.

But there is one more problem. Yuri will be forced to change songs. He told us that he couldn't play the first song he chose on the guitar.

"Thank you so much for the wonderful song Section D!" The Host said and the people applauded.

It is known that Yuri is next. I just bit my lower lip.

"Let's applaud Section E!" The host shouted and Yuri came out holding the acoustic guitar.

"It's Yuri! Woooohhhhh! GO! YURI!" The people next to me shouted.

The guitar was fixed for a while and tested as well. When everything was fine, Yuri spoke into the mic.

"I Will Sing Can't Stop The Feeling" covered by Joseph Vincent. Yuri said and started singing.

🎶 got this feeling inside my bones

It goes electric, wavey when I turn it on

All through my city, all through my home

We're flying up, no ceiling, when we're in our zone 🎶

The song he chose is beautiful. Yuri also has a voice to be proud of. Just like Keifer.

🎶 I got that sunshine in my pocket

Got that good soul in my feet I feel that

hot blood in my body when it drops,

ooh I can't take my eyes up off it, moving so phenomenolly

Room on lock the way we rock it, so don't stop 🎶

I have a confession to make. I really had a crush on Yuri, when I saw him for the first time. Because of his red hair, used to be strong. hahaha....That's why he and Keifer have the same behavior so I don't admit it to myself. But when he was nice to me, I couldn't help but smile.

🎶 Under the lights when everything goes

Nowhere to hide when i'm getting you close

When we move, well, you already know

So just imagine, just imagine

Nothing I can see but you when you dance, dance, dance

Feeling good, good, creeping up on you

So just dance, dance, dance

All those things I shouldn't do

But you dance, dance, dance

And ain't nobody leaving soon, so keep dancing 🎶

It's lucky that Yuri likes it now. I just hope he likes it too. It's a pity if not. BH with Ella and then BH with her.

🎶 I can't stop the feeling So just dance, dance, dance

I can't stop the feeling So just dance, dance, dance 🎶

If it's just me, then I don't have a relationship with Keifer either----

Ay! Enjoy Life! We only peg happy together.

"Did you know that Yuri only sings for a certain person?" Keifer suddenly said, causing me to look at him.

"Ha?"

"At this time, he sings about the girl he likes." He cleared it to me.

Really?

Turns out Keifer knows that Yuri likes someone? After all, they are best friends so that is not impossible.

🎶 Ooh, it's something magical It's in the air, it's in my blood, it's rushing on Don't need no reason, don't need control I fly so high, no ceiling, when i'm in my zone 🎶

I looked back at Yuri. Is it just me or does he really seem to be staring at me?

I feel weird.

Even though he hadn't finished singing, I was forced to stand up. I'm just saying hello. The truth is, I just feel really weird. I suddenly felt uncomfortable. I went straight to the nearest toilet. But I hadn't even gotten inside when I heard crying. I think there is still a ghost! Shit!

But what I saw inside was not a ghost. Grace!

I didn't speak yet but I immediately looked at her evilly.

"I thought you were going to talk to Denzel?!" She asked me annoyed and tried to wipe her tears.

Wow! Did I know they are okay?

"Did something happen?"

She wiped her eyes again.

"Denzel made the baby responsible but he still treated me like that." She said and cried again. "...He said he loves me but I can't feel it."

I bit my lower lip. What should I do? Yes, I know I shouldn't know.

But she is pregnant! And crying! That's bad for the baby. Until an idea entered my brain. I immediately approached Grace and whispered to her. She was surprised at first but she also agreed. I immediately got out of toilet and looked for Denzel. They are backstage talking to Yuri. He looks like he just finished performing.

"Jay-jay!" They called me.

I ran closer to them and caught my breath for a moment.

"Where are you coming from? Why did you suddenly disappear?" Yuri asked me..

"I can explain." I answered and faced Denzel." ...Come with me and we'll talk about something."

I grabbed his hand and immediately pulled him away. I couldn't wait for what he had to say..

"T-wait, Jay!" He stopped me but I didn't wean.

We reached the edge of the room. I let go of him and looked him in the eyes.

"W-why Jay?"

"What are you planning on Grace?!" I asked him annoyed.

"H-ha? I thought we were all okay?"

"That's what I thought too... But she's crying again."

Denzel was silent for a moment and seemed to think. Maybe he is aware that Grace doesn't like his treatment.

"Jay... I don't know what she wants to happen. I made the baby's responsible, that's why I'm working hard."

"But Grace? You accept your responsibility with the child, but how about your responsibility with Grace? She is still a woman and even if you are not married, you still have responsibility for her!" I explained annoyed.

Suddenly he cried. I was surprised but I did not show mercy or sympathy. I really don't know what to do with him.

"I-I love Grace but... I-I'm scared. I know she hates me for the way I used her. I also know that she can't forgive me so I'm walking away on my own. When everything is okay and I have something to be proud of, I'll accept her again. But now that I have nothing, I know it will enter and enter her mind that I'm still using her." He explained while trying to wipe his tears.

I took a deep breath and looked in another direction.

"You can go out!" I screamed.

I know Denzel was surprised by what I said. Grace came out from behind the piles of stuff. She approached us and looked at Denzel badly.

"Is that how you think of me?!" Grace asked angrily.

Of course! You and Freya are a troop!

Denzel didn't answer. In Grace's annoyance, she slapped and almost pushed Denzel. But he still didn't answer.

"Denzel... You are now facing Grace. Tell her the problem. Nothing will happen if you just stay away from her." I explained.

But what I said seems to be for me. Cyrus suddenly came to my mind. Maybe I should face it.

"Grace..." Denzel started and suddenly hugged the person in front of him. "...S-sorry if I'm a coward to you."

I couldn't wait for Denzel to say more. I left and let them talk. I also have my own problems to deal with. I took my phone and dialed the number Cyrus' parents left me.

["Hello?"] Answered by someone on the other line.

"H-hello? This is Jay-jay."

["Jay... I hope you agree to show our son at least for a while."]

I took a deep breath and looked at the sky. "I-I'm willing."

["Thanks Jay! Cyrus will appreciate what you said!"]

But I'm not happy. I know Cyrus, it is deep in the roots of the tree if he harbors hatred towards others. He won't stop until he gets revenge.

I don't know if I did the right thing..