Something Odd Shorts (Jadam)

K.K. Slider (Animal Crossing)

Adam's POV

It was an average day on Pure Heart Island. Everyone was doing their own thing. Some were fishing, some were digging up some fossils, and other were just talking and hanging around.

Me? I was sitting at town hall. Once a week, K.K Slider would come and play for us. It was one of the most exciting things to see one of my favorite musicians play for our little island. I sat in awe as I looked at him. He's super talented and great at singing. He even got me into playing guitar. I love K.K.

As I was admiring him, I felt two soft arms wrap around my chest. I look up and see a soft marshmallow looking down at me. "Hey Jameson." I whispered. He pecked my forehead and sat next to me. "Hi Adam." he whispered back. We sat in silence as the bull dog played.

"Thought that you would be playing today. Didn't know he was here." Normally, I would practice my music in town. Everyone seemed to enjoy listening to me sing. James would sit next to me and sing along if he felt comfortable.

"Nah, I can okay anytime. Plus, I'm really excited that he's here." I said excitedly while wagging my demon tail.

"You should go say hi. K.K loves his fans. He takes suggestions around six after his break." James suggested.

"Nah, don't worry I'm good. Seeing him is more than enough for me."

"Come on just go up and say hi. I'll make sure you don't call another person daddy." James said nudging my arm. I blushed and got up. "Fine." I grumbled. James grabbed my hand as we walked up to my idol.

"Hello Mr. Slider, sir." I said shyly.

"Don't worry. Just call me K.K Slider. Who are you two?"

"I'm Adam and this is my boyfriend James." I said introducing us.

"Nice to meet you. Adam's a big fan."  James said. I blushed and looked away as James mentioned that.

"Well, it's nice to see some fans. Hope you guys are enjoying the music." K.K said. We walked back to our seats as I looked at him excitedly. I couldn't help but sing along to his music. James joined me as our finger intertwined.

We sat in the warm sun for hours listening to him play. James fell asleep on my shoulder as he played. I admittedly was feeling sleepy too, but my astonishment was keeping me up. The warm golden rays and soft breeze urged my eyelid to close but I didn't let them.

As K.K. finished his last song he got up and put his guitar in his case. He then put out a sign that said "Out for a break." He then greeted me and walked off.

"Wow, he's so cool!" I cheered.

James mumbled and started to wake up. "Huh? What did I miss?" he yawned. "Sorry for waking you James. K.K. is on break." I got up and stretched.

"Hey, you should show him your skills. I bet he would love to hear you play. Maybe do one of his songs like, Welcome New Horizons" James suggested.

As cool playing for him sounded, I was really nervous. He was a professional and I'm still training to be one. It was admittedly scary to try and play some stupid song I wrote. "I don't think so Jameson. As cool as it would be, I don't wanna take the spotlight."

"Then just play for me. I would love to hear you sing again. Play one of your songs." James suggested.

"Well ok, I guess one song wouldn't hurt." I sat in the chair that K.K. would sit in. I picked up his guitar and started to play I'm Something Else.

Some of the other villagers came around and listened to me play. They were all really supportive. I smiled excitedly at James, who waved at me.
"And now I sit down, reflect and backtrack.
To those wack from my past
who pass trash and act bad
and say that I'm nothing
A cast out get back in your glass house.
Cause not only am I something
I'm Something Else."

It was the most fun I've ever had singing a song. When I finished I got a standing ovation. As I looked at the crowd, I noticed K.K clapping his paws. I quickly out down the guitar and panicked. "Oh my God! I'm so sorry for using your guitar without permission..."

"Don't worry about it. You were amazing. You write songs?"

"I....uh..."

"Yeah! Adam writes songs all the time." James said, saving me once again.

"Well, why don't you grab your guitar and we can play together. It would be nice to have another singer." My eyes widened. I was shocked. I looked back at James who was running to my house to grab my guitar. "Sure, it would be an honor."

•~•

K.K. and I played all night long. We will suggestions for songs. Everyone had a great time. It felt like the night was going on forever. I was super tired when it was 10 PM. It was about time for K.K. to go.

"It's been awesome playing with you. Thanks for giving me a chance to to hang out with you." I yawned. I was leaning on James for support as I was too tried to stand up on my own.

"No problem. I should pay with you again next week. You're really good. Keep working on it kid." he said. I pulled out a marker and looked at my guitar. James held it out for me and K.K. signed it  I stared at it in awe. I felt like I was about to pass out. "T-thanks." I said.

"How about one more song for the couple?"

"I could dance." James said.

"Sure. I guess one dance couldn't hurt."

K.K. played a soft, romantic song. James and I did a small slow dance in front of the plaza. The peaceful evening under the stars is just what I needed. James and I slowly leaned into each other and we had a small kiss. It was the perfect day.