Disclaimer: I do not own Uta no Prince-sama! or Love Live! School Idol Project.

I also do not own 'Orange Rhapsody' By: Ren Jinguji (Junichi Suwabe)

Make sure to read the Author's Note at the end. Thank you! :)

Please Enjoy!

STARISH vs. M's

Orange and Sky Blue: Part 1

Ren x Eli

She was enchanting, like a ugly duckling that stood out from the swans. Her blonde hair wasn't prettied up in waves or curls and bows, the duckling had instead tied her hair back normally and wore comfortable but, not too revealing exercise clothes.

Something none of the other dancers had, being too worried about their appearances and getting the cute guys, became too distracted from their actual purpose of auditioning for a spot in the movie. Of course as the female lead role, who is suppose to be the girlfriend of the male lead role, who is so happened to be played by Ren Jinguji.

They got thousands upon thousands of applications for the part, but only the best of the best made it here today. And it seemed the duckling was one of them. To audition for the part, each girl had a chance to dance with Ren and see who fit the most. The moment Ren had walked into the auditioning room, he was flocked by all the girls, except for one way back in the corner of the room, doing stretches and warm-ups for the upcoming dances.

He then became curious about her. Why did she apply if she wasn't a huge fan of him? Ren smirked and looked down at the massive crowd of girls. "Sorry, Ladies. But we need to start the auditions."

They became all disappointed, till they remember why they were there in the first place. Hearing that, the little duckling looked up from her warmups, seeing the girls already lining up, she joined them. All eyes seemed to be on Ren, as the director began to look over the girls and looking back the list, making sure if they are all here. While his clear sky blue eyes glanced over at the blond girl.

Eli shifted uncomfortably from being the only one who wasn't drooling over the very famous Ren Jingji. Yes, she knew who he was and she couldn't denied that he was 'beautiful', but she knows for a fact that he is one of those guys, the guys that flirt and get your hopes up, then just one second the feelings are pounded into dust without a second thought. Eli hated guys like that. And why was she here if she hated him? Well...let's just say it's her job.

Flashback

"Eli-chan!"

"Hm?" Honoka and the other members of M's joined her. "What's got all of you in a rush?" She asked curiously, as they all looked at each other excitedly, before turning back to her with wide eyes.

"You get to star in a movie with Ren Jinguji of Starish!" Nozomi, her long time friend, exclaimed.

"Eh!?" Eli stared at the paper in her hand. "You want me to audition?"

They all nodded their heads.

Eli put her hand to her forehead and sighed. "You got to be joking. Acting with Jinguji-san is one of the last things I want to do."

"B-"

"Even-" She cut them off. "Even if it is for the sake of M's popularity."

"But, Eli-chan." Kotori started.

"No, you can go and try out yourselves. But I can't stand guys like him, so I'm out." Eli turned to walk off.

"Are you giving up already, Eli?" Niko stated.

They both started to stare each other down, not giving up on their views. "I didn't say that. All I said is that you should find someone else to audition, and I'll find out on my own how I can contribute to M's popularity."

"You know...Starish is a big deal in the idol industry right now."

"I know that."

"And Jinguji Ren is one of the more popular members."

"Your point?"

Niko sighed and shook her head, smiling slyly. "The movie that your turning down can be a huge improvement in M's popularity. It is a musical after all. And it requires dancing and singing, which your the only one that has more experience in that field then the rest of us. Also...we're not just picking you to join...you were already signed up for the audition when we heard, so there's no backing out now."

"She's right, you know. I thought you would be prefect for the job."

They all turned to see a auburn haired girl. "Tomochika-senpai?"

"Hi~!" The older girl smiled and waved to them.

After all of M's had graduated, since they couldn't be 'school idols' anymore and they all wanted to stay together. M's became official idols, just like Arise did, and was taken in by Tomochika-senpai's company, of course that meant they had to take up various jobs like this.

"When I heard that there was a musical having auditions, I thought of you, Eli-chan, and signed you right up! Of course it wasn't until later I found out Ren-kun was playing the main male part." She smiled apologetic to her. "But I really think this will be a great experience for you. For once you can show off your expertise in dancing and singing by yourself, and even if he is a flirt, I really think you can learn from Ren-kun."

For once, Eli didn't have a comeback, it was her Senpai telling her this after all. If her Senpai thought this is a good experience for her, she had no complaints. She'll do her job and nothing else.

"Fine...I'll do it..."

"Eli-chan!" All the members of M's practically hugged her in their joy. And all Tomochika could do was smile, loving to watch her students grow every day.

Flashback

Eli sighed at remembering that, she really did not want to do this, mostly because of the way he kept staring at her.

"Well first up will be...Ayase Eli!" The director called out.

"Eh?" She didn't think she would be called first.

All the girls stole jealous and angry glances at her, for being the one who got to dance with him first. As Eli took a few nervous steps towards Ren, she could tell he was enjoying this. She then felt a sudden urge to just slap that grin off his face and storm out. Eli took a deep breath remembering she was doing this because of her senpai and she couldn't ruin their reputation by doing that, she has to be strong and somehow get through this.

"Are you ready, duckling?"

Eli blinked at him confused. 'Duckling? Is he kidding me? Does he really think giving me a nickname will make me fall for him?'

"The name is Ayase Eli. Not duckling." She gave him a cold stare as they got into positions to do a dance for one of the scenes.

He just chuckled and smirked down at her. "Well then lets see your swan dance."

But before she could retort and walk out on the audition, jazz music filled the air as their feet freely began to move on their own. They began to relax and let their musical instincts take over when Eli remember this was audition, she then began to get nervous.

Seeing her slight hesitations in some movements, Ren started to whisper to her. "Relax. This audition isn't suppose to be serious. Just act like the character your suppose to be playing, pretend your a swan gliding gracefully over a moonlight lake waiting for that special someone."

"H-How?" His words didn't comfort her at all, it only made her more nervous.

He just smiled and started to sing slowly.

Hey Lady… Can you hear?
Transmitted in every sigh
Is an invitation…to an amazing dream

Her eyes widen immensely, not even caring about the jealous fangirls watching them.

To keep the moon afloat in the night sky,
It's encircled by the stars, dreaming & dancing
With shining beauty and splendor,
Give me, give me a young lady's "love call"

Naturally they began to dance together, moving as if they have known each other all this time.

Hold up your heart's light
Yes, get up, get up, get up! Once more, get up, get up, get up!
Thank you! This great mood engulfed in love
Was created by everyone here
In this sea of starlight,
I kiss you for eternity

Staring deep into each others blue eyes, never breaking the eternal gaze.

Together, let's light the world with orange-colored flames
Let's release these passionate emotions
Believe that this rhapsody resonating with those feelings,
No matter the darkness,
This song shall sparkle

As the song and audition dance ended, everyone in the room gave them both a roaring applause. Her face brightened as she notice how close she was to Ren, she quickly broke apart and turned away. The song had warmed her and was breathtaking all of the same way, she couldn't believe he had sang to her, just so she would be relaxed. Of course, that was all probably just an act, he is really just one of those guys that are jerks, right?

So why did he seem all so caring and nice? Eli glance at him, who was talking with the director, noticing her glance, Ren gave her a wink and smirk. Looking away with a tinted pink cheeks, she started to become curious about him.

Soon the auditions were over and by majority consent, Eli was chosen has the female lead, of course jealous stares were thrown her way, she didn't care one bit. Why should she when she's not even interested in him?

After returning back to the dorms, where M's stayed, she shared the news with everyone, to say they were overjoyed...was an understatement.

"Your actually acting with THE Ren Jinguji!" Koizumi seemed the most excited out of everyone. Her personality would change dramatically when they were dealing with an very famous and popular idol. "What happened? Did he say anything worth noting?" Koizumi questioned, holding out a pen and notebook, staring at her intently.

Eli sighed. "Well...I had to dance with him for the audition..." Should she tell them?

"And?" Nozomi asked, like she already knew what she was going to say.

"...He sang to me..."

"Eh?!"

"He sang to you!"

"I can't believe this!"

"But doesn't he do that all to all his fans?" She asked curiously, while they all got quiet.

"According to...some sources...Ren Jinguji flirts but, he doesn't really sing to just anyone." Niko stated.

"That's right!" Tomo-senpai said, coming from out of nowhere.

"Tomo-senpai?"

She struck a pose and winked. "Don't forget I went to school with him and..." Tomo-senpai held her phone. "I have some connections~!"

They all sweatdropped. "We know..."

Eli sighed and walked off. "Where are you going, Eli-chan?" Umi asked curiously.

She gave them a slight tired smile. "I'm going to back to my room. I need some rest after that exhausting audition."

Everyone watched till she had turned the corner, knowing full well something was bothering her. "Seems like the card of fates has already been revealed. Now all we have to do is wait." Nozomi stated, smiling slyly, holding up her usual fortune cards.

Eli sat her stuff on the floor and collapsed onto her bed. Exhausted enough to actually fall into a very deep sleep, she need her rest for tomorrow's rehearsal anyway. However, her mind kept drifting back to the dance and song, no matter how much she wanted to forget it.

Niko's words came back to her. "Ren Jinguji flirts but, he doesn't really sing to just anyone." Her curious blue eyes landed on her pink laptop, wondering if she should really find out for herself. Reluctantly, she got up and picked up the laptop, opening and turning it on, she clicked on the internet browser.

Eli's azure eyes gazed over the bright screen, her fingers twitching above the keys, at the slight hesitation and second thoughts she was having. She was curious but...she didn't have to actually be interested enough to want to know more about him.

No, Eli Ayase would never get involved with a guy like him and she never wanted to either. With a frustrated and stubborn huff, she turned off the tempting laptop and proceeded to bed. Not even caring to get dress into her pajamas, Eli snuggled into her warm covers, wanting to rid her head of all the events of the day, only hoping, deep down, that it was all a dream.

"Jinguji?"

"It's nothing you need to worry about." Ren stated to his long time rival and friend, his mind drifting off again, staring up at the bland ceiling, while laying on his bed.

After a while Masato looked away and back to his calligraphy, the character he was currently writing: 'Curious'. Describing the feeling he and everyone else was feeling, when Ren had said nothing of the audition.

"I..." Masato looked up to his roommate. Ren's face was lit up in a genuine smile. "...I..met a very interesting Duckling today...She danced like a magnificent and graceful Swan..."

His deep blue eyes widen slightly, in all their years of being friends/rivals, he had never seen Ren this taken by a girl he had met only once, except maybe for Haruka, but that was a totally different matter.

"Oi, there is a 'no love' rule for a reason." Ranmaru, their Senpai, stated out loud. "So don't get involved and just do your part. If not then, I won't be the one disbanding Starish."

"I know." Ren sat up with a devious grin. "So..Ran-Senpai, are you..."

A pillow was thrown in his direction. "Shut up and go to sleep!" Ranmaru laid down and turned off his bedside lamp, darkening half of the room.

Masato watched as Ren just laughed it off and decided to follow their Senpai's orders for once. Which was odd, since he has always known Ren to be a little on the rebellious side, and what was with Ren being all giddy lately?

As he put away his utensils for the night and got ready for bed, he decided tomorrow he would accompany Ren to the first rehearsals, to see what kind of girl would make his childhood friend this strange.

To Be Continued...

A/N: I really hoped you enjoyed! Okay I know...I should working on my other fanfics..but this just wouldn't leave me alone. I'm just writing this for fun so don't expect a chapter to come out every day or week. My sister and me came up with this, after the fact of their is no guys in 'Love Live!', of course I'm new to all these Idol shows. These are the parings I have came up with so far:

Ren Jinguji x Eli Ayase

Otoya Ittoki x Haruka Nanami

Cecil x Tomochika

Tokiya Ichinose x Nozomi Tojo

Masato Hijirikawa x Koizumi Hanayo

Syo Kurusu x Rin Hoshizora

Natsuki/Satsuki Shinomiya x Kotori Minami

Ai x Umi

Camus x Honoka

Ranmaru x Niko

Reji x Maki

A-Rise x Heavens

I may change them around if I feel like it, or you can request some parings of the two shows, of course NO YAOI. I know I chose Otoya x Haruka, even though after watching ep 11 I prefer Tokiya x Haruka, but I think Nozomi and Tokiya would fit...I think...Sorry if some of the characters are OOC, I try my best to always write them in character. I also apologize if you see any grammar or spelling mistakes.

Anyway thanks to anyone who reads this and reviews. Have a great day! :)