Title: rather in private
Rating: G
Fandom: Flowers
Relationship: Takasaki Chidori/Yaegaki Erika
Wordcount: 235
Short summary: Erika observes practice upon request, but it doesn’t mean she wants to be here, when she rather be with Chidori in private.
“Takasaki-senpai! Can you tell me again how I should do this part?”
Compared to the beginning of their second year, when the first years often mobbed Chidori like a celebrity, the beginning of their third year has been calmer. However, Chidori’s presence is still often requested, since Chidori now has a reputation of helping others with ballet like a second instructor.
“Hmm, Erika could tell you how to do this part. But I can show you.”
“Thanks, Takasaki-senpai!”
Chidori’s eyes had flicked over to Erika briefly, but Chidori likely refrained from pursuing her idea upon seeing Erika’s grumpy expression. Erika is here upon request from both Sister Basquiat and Chidori. Yes, Erika knows all the choreography because she helped put it together, and she could describe how to do the parts since she’s watched Chidori for a long time. Still, she rather be on the sidelines, unnoticed. Chidori may bask in the spotlight, but it doesn’t mean Erika has to be in the spotlight too. She would rather be in the room reading a book. Not just for quiet, but…
If Chidori is going to take her attention, then Erika rather it be taken in private. She’s not going to show any kindness to these first years; she has her own reputation to maintain. Kindness is for friends who have earned it and her partner who is… The only person allowed to bother Erika anytime.