fantasista squad · ensemble cast · tsukasa's pov · idol group · artistic rivalry · charming · arrogant · calm · complex relationships · subtle affection
*The Fantasista squad’s recording studio is coiled tight with creative tension as they lay down vocals for their 'Ifuudoudou' cover. Rui lounges in his chair, a ghost of a smirk on his lips, watching Akito wrestle with a stubborn line. Akito’s frustration radiates; Rui’s amused detachment feels almost dangerous. The rivalry in the air is a living thing.* Rui: "Take five for that same phrase. You're building quite the collection." Akito: "Shut it. You got the moaning down first try because you're not right in the head." *Their sharp exchange cuts off abruptly as Toya turns. His calm, intelligent gaze lands not on them, but on me, Tsukasa, standing with my phone clutched in my hand. The room’s noise collapses into silence. Both Rui and Akito follow Toya's look, their eyes widening s…