Edit: I thank my friend on Discord, Rage, for making the art for this chapter!! If you are reading this, Rage, I cannot thank you enough for this!!! You truly are a great artist!!

(3rd Person POV)

Starlight City. A place where if you dream of becoming either a musician or a singer, than this is the place for you. Everyone in this town, with their hopes and spirits, have managed to reach for the stars and achieved some level of fame, both big and small. Some, meanwhile, are just happy with living a casual life, not wishing for any attention, and that's okay in Starlight City.

Right now, during a peaceful evening in Starlight City, two young adults are currently taking a stroll through the empty streets. The first one is a male with blue hair, and is wearing a red cap backwards, as well as a white shirt with a red prohibition sign on it, baggy dark blue pants, red sneakers, and is holding a microphone in his right hand. Alongside him is a female with auburn hair, and id wearing a long red dress and red heels.

Their names are Boyfriend and Girlfriend respectfully (don't question their names), and they've both been through a lot recently. For starters, Boyfriend and Girlfriend are currently dating, but Girlfriend's father, Daddy Dearest, doesn't approve, and is trying to split them apart. So far, he sent Boyfriend's childhood friend and ex, Pico, to kill Boyfriend, but upon recognising who his target was, Pico decided to spare his ex and let him go, even if they got into a heated argument.

Boyfriend: Come on, GF. I know Pico tried to put a bullet into my skull, but I got him mad.

Girlfriend: (sighs) I already know that, BF. Just promise me that you won't do something that reckless again.

Boyfriend: I'll try my best to keep that promise! (spots a figure in the distance) Huh?

As Boyfriend stares harder at the figure, the more he notices familiar details. Starting off, the figure has (H/C) hair reaching their shoulders and (E/C) eyes staring down at a phone, while they're wearing a (F/C) shirt with a skull on it, some black jeans, and purple shoes. Soon, Boyfriend recognises the figure as (Y/N), and old friend him and Pico met during their time in high school. Upon recognising him fully, Boyfriend rushes towards him, arms wide out ready for a hug, as GF runs after him.

Boyfriend: Hey, (Y/N)!

(Y/N): Hmm?

(Y/N) looks up from his phone, and is immediately tackled to the ground as Boyfriend tightly hugs him. Before (Y/N) can even yell at him, he notices some key features of his surprise hugger, like the blue hair and dwarf-like height, and smiles as he hugs back.

(Y/N): Oh, BF! Nice to see you again!

Boyfriend: Same here! I thought you and your parents moved to another town.

(Y/N): Well, the place we moved to wasn't as great as it promised, so mum and dad sent me back while they try to earn enough money to afford a house again. But enough about me, how are you doing after high school?

Before Boyfriend can answer, Girlfriend finally catches up to him, taking a moment to catch Her breath before speaking up.

Girlfriend: BF! Don't run off like that! You know that I can't run in these heels! (notices (Y/N)) And who is this guy?

Boyfriend: Oh! (stops hugging) Girlfriend, this is my old friend from high school, (Y/N). (Y/N), this is my girlfriend, Girlfriend.

Both (Y/N) and Girlfriend stare at each other during the introductions, until (Y/N) extends his hand out, offering a handshake.

(Y/N): Nice to meet you, Girlfriend. I imagine BF has been nice towards you?

GF: (smiles and accepts the handshake) Oh, yes he has. Never knew he was quite the gentleman.

(Y/N): Well, he has gotten most of his dating skills from some old game on the BS1.

Girlfriend: Does that game happen to be called "Hating Simulator"? ((Y/N) nods) I still have my copy.

(Y/N): Really? I still have my copy, but I prefer playing it on an emulator.

Boyfriend watches as the two people he cares about getting along with each other, until an idea forms in his head. As (Y/N) and Girlfriend finish wrapping up their conversation,  Boyfriend walks up to (Y/N), holding out a spare microphone to him.

Boyfriend: Hey, (Y/N). Since it's been a while since we last met, how about we have a little rap battle between us?

(Y/N): (looks a bit nervous) I don't know. I'm unsure if my singing skills are the same.

Girlfriend: Aw, come on, (Y/N). I really want to hear how well you sing.

Girlfriend then brings over a large set of speakers over, and places it between (Y/N) and Boyfriend, as the latter continues holding out the spare microphone out. (Y/N) looks back towards the couple, who keep smiling at him, until he smiles back and grabs the microphone with his left hand.

(Y/N): Alright then, let's have ourselves a little rap battle. But just know, I won't be holding back, Boyfriend.

Boyfriend gives a thumbs up, as Girlfriend hits a button on the speakers, starting up the first song.

https://youtu.be/Z2Pms6k6Vkc

*Song name: Diversion.* (imagine it's (Y/N) singing instead of Sans)

*Original Song: Whoopee (ft. Saster) by YingYang48*

The first song begins, with (Y/N) catching both Boyfriend and Girlfriend off guard by singing at a fast pace, causing the former to mess up on a few beginning notes. However, the intensity stops after only 15 seconds, as (Y/N) then starts changing the melody to a more calming one, giving Boyfriend some time to catch a breather. Halfway through the song, (Y/N) and Boyfriend begin to speed up, challenging each other to keep up, until the song begins to reach its end, at which they bring the intensity back down.

After wrapping up the song, Girlfriend immediately starts clapping, applauding the two boys for their rap battle, all while boyfriend gives a confident smirk and (Y/N) just blushes.

Girlfriend: That was amazing you two! That song was great!

Boyfriend: Same here, GF! But I thought you said you weren't gonna go easy on me, (Y/N)?

(Y/N): (stops blushing) I did. I just simply started out with a difficult beginning, before surprising you with a more relaxed song.

Girlfriend: Huh. That's an interesting way of singing. You ever thought of becoming a singer?

(Y/N): (waves his hands) Nah, singing isn't really my thing. I prefer making music over making lyrics.

Boyfriend: Still though, I bet you'd make it far with a voice like that. (realises he may have made a flirt) Uh...

Boyfriend looks towards both Girlfriend and (Y/N), where the former is giving him a look of confusion, while the latter is starting to blush more.

(Y/N): (trying to control the blushing) Can we please move onto the next song.

Boyfriend and Girlfriend both nod at him, the former preparing to hit the button and start up the next song, as (Y/N) is able to remove the stain of glowing red cheeks from his face.

https://youtu.be/sDN9iG0OOZA

*Song name: Bonding* (once again, imagine it's (Y/N) instead of Sans)

*Original Song: Sansational by Tenzalt*

The second song begins, with the melody starting off slow like how the previous song was, but it soon begins to pick up, as Boyfriend and (Y/N) both start to pick up the pace. Partway into the song, (Y/N) starts singing a melody that Girlfriend instantly recognises, but can't put her finger on it, almost like she's forgotten where it originated from.

Halfway through the song, (Y/N) and Boyfriend stop trying to outmatch each other, and begin to perform together, giving each other similar melodies that they can mirror without letting the other make it overly complicated.

Boyfriend: Wow, that was a good song.

(Y/N): (begins panting) Yeah. It was something.

Boyfriend: (looks a bit concerned) Are you okay, (Y/N)? You look like you're out of breath.

(Y/N): It's fine. Just that it's been a while since I've sung a few songs.

Girlfriend: Well, we can stop this rap battle if you want.

Boyfriend: Aw, come on, GF. We're nearing the final song!

Girlfriend: (glares at BF) BF, I know that you enjoy these rap battles, but you need to learn when to stop. I mean, do you really want a repeat of what happened with Pico?

(Y/N): (confused) Wait, what happened with Pico?

Girlfriend: Nothing. (turns back to BF) Look, the point is that not everyone can keep up with your stamina. And even if they could, would they really want to sing against someone who keeps nagging at them to do so?

The words Girlfriend has spoken now begin to reach Boyfriend's brain, as he realises that his soulmate does have a point. Soon, his expression begins to get a little upset as he turns to Girlfriend and (Y/N).

Boyfriend: You're right, GF. I really got to get this rap battle habit fixed. Sorry about it, (Y/N). It's okay if you don't wanna- (interrupted)

(Y/N): Like I said, I don't mind. In fact, we can sing that final song if you want.

BF + GF: (surprised) Really?!

(Y/N): (smiles) Really.

Both Boyfriend and Girlfriend give each other a glance, until the former goes back to across (Y/N), and the latter heads on back to the speakers.

Boyfriend: Alright then, (Y/N). Let's send this sample back to the lab, and see what we're truly made of!

(Y/N) gives a thumbs up back, as Girlfriend starts up the final song.

https://youtu.be/0xCAeRYEGsc

*Song name: Nostalgic Notes* (for the last time, imagine (Y/N) is singing instead of Sans. Also, instead of waterfall, imagine it's the schoolyard from Maginage Matches)

*Original song: Final Stretch by Saruky*

The final song begins, but this isn't just some regular song. This is a song that Boyfriend and (Y/N) used to sing together in high school, right down to the similar melody and tempo. In fact, both boys get so absorbed into the song, they begin to look back on their days at high school, learning how to sing and play instruments together, getting into antics with Pico and his group, dealing with anybody who tries to bully them, and promising to always remember each other.

As the song draws to a close, (Y/N) and Boyfriend both begin to slow down, letting the melody begin to control them. As the song ends, Girlfriend is once again clapping her hands, congratulating the boys on their performance.

Girlfriend: That song was hands-down the best! You both were naturals there!

Boyfriend: (chuckles) Well, we've both had this song in our minds back at high school, so it makes sense we nailed this one.

(Y/N): (rubs the back of his head) Yeah, BF wrote the lyrics, while I performed the music. (notices the time) Oh, shoot! We've been singing for a while. I gotta go now, I need to head back to my apartment. (is preparing to leave)

BF + GF: Wait!

(Y/N) suddenly feels something pulling him back, as he turns around to see both Boyfriend and Girlfriend holding onto his hands. The couple then notice what they're doing, before letting go, now attempting to hide the blushes on their face.

Girlfriend: (waves her hands frantically) Sorry about that, (Y/N)! It's just that we were both wondering...

Boyfriend: (continues) ...If you wanted to hang out more often. Y'know, explore Starlight City together, possibly hang out more, pick up where we left off from after the last day of heigh school, even possibly introduce you to GF's parents.

(Y/N) takes a moment to think about their offer, as the couple anxiously await their friends answer. Soon, (Y/N) gives them a smile before saying his answer.

(Y/N): Sure! I'd love to hang out more! Just, can we at least not rush anything yet, it's only been at least a few weeks since I stepped foot back in Starlight City, and I just need to remember some layouts of the place.

Boyfriend: (beams) Don't worry, we'll help you out with that, right GF?

Girlfriend: Of course! Anything to help our friend out.

(Y/N): Thanks guys, how about we begin at tomorrow morning, and meet up at the nearby park?

Boyfriend and Girlfriend both nod to the idea, as all three of them begin to head back to their homes, ready to spend the rest of the day relaxing in peace, and gathering enough energy to start hanging out the next day...

Unfortunately, those peaceful moments won't last even half a year...