"Of course they are. They're shameless exhibitionists." Shinobu cleared her throat and gestured to the cameras set up around the room. "Now that everyone's here, let's get started with the photoshoot! Smile for the camera!" Sanemi and Giyuu stood stiffly together, their expressions ranging from Tengen's confident smirk to Rengoku's cheerful grin. The cameras began flashing.
"Come on, Sanemi! Giyuu! Show us some more enthusiasm!" Shinobu called out.
Sanemi crossed his arms defiantly while Giyuu attempted a weak smile. Shinobu sighed dramatically and walked over to them. "This isn't working. You two need to get closer and act more natural." She pushed them together, causing Sanemi to stumble slightly. Sanemi steadied himself by grabbing Giyuu's waist, their bodies pressed against each other in the tight costumes. "Watch it!" Sanemi growled, though he didn't let go. Giyuu's cheeks flushed pink as he tried to maintain his balance. Shinobu smirked at their awkward position.
"Much better! Now Sanemi, try smiling. Giyuu, lean into him more."
Sanemi muttered something about murdering Shinobu under his breath while Giyuu reluctantly leaned closer, their faces inches apart. Tengen whistled from across the room.
"Looking good, lovebirds! Though I think you're supposed to be cleaning, not canoodling!"
Sanemi shot him a death glare while Giyuu buried his face in Sanemi's shoulder, trying to hide his embarrassment.
"Shut up, Tengen!" Sanemi snapped, but made no move to separate from Giyuu. Rengoku joined in with his usual enthusiasm. "Don't worry, Sanemi! You two are doing great! Keep up the good work!"
Shinobu snapped more photos as Giyuu peeked up at Sanemi, their eyes meeting briefly. "Maybe we should get some 'action shots' too?" Shinobu suggested mischievously. Tengen immediately dropped his playful attitude and looked at Rengoku with a serious expression. "Now that's an idea I can get behind. Rengoku, care to demonstrate how real maids should act?" Sanemi groaned loudly while Giyuu facepalmed at Tengen's boldness.
"Seriously? Can we please just get through this photoshoot without any more ridiculous suggestions?"*Rengoku laughed heartily, his flames of enthusiasm burning brighter. "Why not? It's all in good fun! Besides, we're already dressed for the part!" Tengen moved closer to Rengoku, who was already striking a dramatic pose.
"Just remember, I'm the professional here. Watch and learn, Sanemi!" Sanemi rolled his eyes while Giyuu watched with growing amusement as Tengen and Rengoku began their exaggerated 'maid makeout session' for the camera.
"This is ridiculous," Giyuu muttered, though he couldn't help but smirk slightly. Shinobu clapped her hands again, clearly enjoying the chaos.
"Perfect! Tengen and Rengoku are setting the standard for professionalism!" Sanemi's grip on Giyuu's waist tightened as he tried to maintain his composure amidst the absurdity. Giyuu suddenly whispered to Sanemi, barely audible. "At least they're providing us with some entertainment while we're stuck here." Sanemi's lips twitched in what might have been a smile, but he quickly schooled his expression back to its usual scowl.
"Yeah, whatever. Let's just hope they don't break anything important." Tengen and Rengoku were now passionately embracing each other, their kiss becoming more intense. Shinobu was snapping photos rapidly, clearly pleased with the scene. "I think we should add this to our regular maid cafe routine!" she called out teasingly. Sanemi's eye twitched dangerously as he watched the increasingly dramatic display.
"That's it. I'm done with this circus." Giyuu placed a hand on Sanemi's arm to stop him from leaving. "Wait, Shinobu hasn't said we can go yet. And I think it's getting better." Tengen had now lifted Rengoku off the ground, both of them laughing and continuing their act. The other boys were starting to get involved in their own mock 'maid romance' scenes. "This is getting out of hand," Sanemi grumbled, but stayed put. Shinobu laughed maniacally, clearly enjoying her control over the situation.
"Alright, everyone! Time for the final pose - group hug!" The other boys immediately rushed to form a large, chaotic group hug around Tengen and Rengoku. Sanemi looked horrified at the prospect of joining.
"I'd rather die," he stated flatly. Giyuu tugged at Sanemi's arm again, trying to pull him into the group. "Come on, Sanemi. It's the last one. Besides, you can stand behind me." Sanemi hesitated, torn between his pride and the growing pressure from Shinobu's commanding presence.
"Fine. But if anyone touches me, they're dead." The group hug erupted into chaos as Tengen and Rengoku tried to pull Sanemi in, causing everyone to stumble. Sanemi ended up pressed against Giyuu's back, his arms awkwardly wrapped around the other boy's waist. "I hate all of you," he growled, but made no move to let go. Obanai and Mitsuri entered the room. Obanai's eyes widened behind his mask at the sight of the group hug. "What in the world...?" Mitsuri squealed with delight, pulling out her phone to take pictures.
"Oh my gosh, this is so adorable! Can I join too?" Shinobu grinned mischievously at the newcomers. "Perfect timing! Come on in, we're just finishing our maid photoshoot!" Obanai immediately turned to leave, but Mitsuri grabbed his arm and dragged him into the chaos. "No way am I letting you escape this!" The group hug became even more crowded as Mitsuri enthusiastically joined, practically crushing everyone together. "Group selfie time!" she announced cheerfully, holding up her phone. Sanemi's grip on Giyuu tightened as he glared at Mitsuri.
"This is hell. Absolute hell." Obanai looked absolutely taunted. Obanai's face was completely red behind his mask, his usual stoic demeanor cracking under the pressure of being surrounded by his friends.
"Mitsuri, I swear if you post those pictures..."
Mitsuri just giggled and snapped several photos, completely ignoring his threats.
"Too late! These are going straight to my Instagram!" Giyuu glanced back at Sanemi, trying to hide his amusement at Obanai's distress.
"At least we're not the only ones suffering."
Sanemi grunted in response, though there was a hint of satisfaction in his voice. "This is what happens when you let Shinobu take charge." Shinobu overheard them and chimed in with a smirk.
"Hey, don't blame me for your inability to say no! Besides, we're all having fun, aren't we?"
The group continued their chaotic selfie session while Obanai tried to hide his face from the camera. "I'm never coming to another one of your schemes again, Shinobu." Shinobu just laughed, finally releasing everyone from the group hug.