Halloween Together - Vocaloid 神威がくぽx巡音ルカ

💜💗💜💗💜 Story 💗💜💗💜💗 On Halloween night, the city was livelier than usual. The streets were decorated with glowing jack-o'-lanterns, shop windows displayed all kinds of spooky decorations, and little ghosts hanging beneath the rooftops swayed gently in the evening breeze. The sweet aromas of baked treats and caramel drifted through the air as children excitedly weaved through the crowds with their pumpkin lanterns, occasionally showing off the candy they had collected. Tonight, the city's annual Halloween parade was about to begin. Kamui Gakupo and Megurine Luka had agreed to meet at the parade's gathering point. Gakupo was dressed as a vampire, while Luka had chosen to play the part of a witch. They had decided several days earlier to attend the event together, even setting aside the entire evening so they could enjoy the festival without worrying about other commitments. With no particular schedule to follow, they could simply spend time together and enjoy a holiday that came only once a year. When Gakupo arrived at the meeting point, Luka had not yet appeared. He glanced at the time on his phone. There were still twenty minutes before the parade officially began. "I suppose I've arrived a little too early." He put his phone away and walked toward a pumpkin lantern display beside the square, intending to wait there while taking in the surrounding festivities. Several staff members were checking the parade lineup in the center of the square, while groups of participants gathered nearby. Some were taking pictures with their friends, others were adjusting their props, and a few were already handing out candy to passing children. Watching the lively scene, Gakupo couldn't help smiling faintly. He wasn't usually particularly enthusiastic about large public events. Compared with a crowded square filled with noise and excitement, he preferred quieter surroundings, occasionally spending his free time reading at home or listening to music. However, this Halloween was different. Because Luka had told him that she wanted to attend the parade with him. Such a simple request had been enough to change his original plans. "Gakupo!" A familiar voice called from the other side of the crowd. He immediately turned around and saw Luka making her way toward him. She walked with a light, cheerful step, a look of anticipation on her face. As soon as she reached him, she spoke eagerly. "Sorry! Have you been waiting long?" "No, I only just arrived." Gakupo naturally took the small bag from her hand, offering to carry it for her. Luka glanced at him, then at the phone he had just put away, and couldn't help laughing. "You must have been waiting for a while, haven't you?" "If I said no, would you believe me?" "No." "Then I suppose I'll have to admit it." His straightforward answer made Luka laugh even more. She was about to say something else when her attention was caught by the activities at the other end of the square. A temporary stage had been set up there, and the host was introducing the parade route through a microphone. Beside the stage, a large screen displayed highlights from previous years. "Everything looks so lively!" she exclaimed. "I'm already excited!" "Then let's enjoy ourselves to the fullest tonight." Gakupo looked at her, his voice gentle. "We don't have to worry about the time or rush anywhere. I'll stay with you all evening." Luka paused for a moment. It was such an ordinary promise, yet it filled her heart with warmth. She lowered her eyes and lightly adjusted the small bag in her hands, unable to hide the smile lingering on her lips. "You'd better keep that promise." "I always keep my word." "Then, after the parade, I want to visit the night market, eat some desserts, and see if there are any Halloween-exclusive events nearby." "Sounds like we'll have a busy evening." "Are you unwilling to come with me?" Gakupo deliberately paused before answering. "If it's with you, I wouldn't mind staying busy all night." Luka burst out laughing. "Have you been getting better and better at saying things like that lately?" "Or have you been getting more easily embarrassed lately?" "I'm not embarrassed!" She immediately protested, but when she met the amusement in his eyes, she realized she couldn't possibly stay angry with him. Gakupo stopped teasing her and simply returned the bag to her before extending his hand. "Shall we go, Miss Witch? If we don't head over soon, we'll miss the lineup." Luka looked at his outstretched hand without answering immediately. A moment later, she placed her hand in his palm. "Then please lead the way, Mr. Vampire." They exchanged smiles and walked toward the gathering area together. Before the parade began, all participants had to line up according to their assigned positions. Gakupo and Luka were placed in a group themed around fantasy stories. A few participants dressed as knights and elves walked ahead of them, while a group of children carrying lanterns gathered behind them. As they waited, a little girl noticed the two of them. "Excuse me, big sister and big brother! Are you participating in the parade together?" Luka crouched down and answered with a smile. "Yes, we are. Are you participating too?" The little girl nodded enthusiastically before turning toward Gakupo. "Then, are you a vampire, big brother?" Gakupo adopted a mysterious expression to play along. "That's right. But tonight, I only intend to absorb the magical energy of pumpkins." The little girl widened her eyes. "Pumpkins have magical energy?" "Of course. Especially Halloween pumpkins. If you leave one beneath the moonlight for an entire night, it might turn into a very powerful magical artifact." Luka immediately joined in. "But if someone secretly eats the pumpkin, its magic will disappear." The little girl listened with fascination, then looked down at the pumpkin lantern in her hands, seemingly wondering how she could protect it. Gakupo and Luka exchanged glances, both struggling to suppress their laughter. Before long, the lights in the square gradually dimmed. The host's voice rang out once again, announcing the official start of the Halloween parade. As the first lively melody began to play, the procession slowly moved forward. Cheers immediately erupted from the spectators lining both sides of the road. Children waved little flags, adults raised their phones to capture the festive scene, and the pumpkin lanterns along the route illuminated one after another. Their warm, golden-orange glow transformed the entire street into something mysterious yet inviting. At first, Luka tried to keep pace with the procession. However, after walking for a while, she became completely distracted by the activities along the way. She spotted a group performing magic tricks at a street corner and slowed down to watch. When they passed a shop decorated like a haunted house, she curiously leaned forward to peek inside. Then, hearing someone nearby announce that free candy was being handed out, she instinctively turned her head toward the voice. Gakupo kept a watchful eye on her the entire time. Whenever the crowd suddenly grew denser, he naturally moved to the side closer to the road, giving her more room. When they approached a turn, he reminded her to watch her step. Whenever the procession temporarily stopped, he slowed down as well, ensuring she never had to hurry to catch up. Every gesture came naturally, as though caring for her had long since become a habit. Luka certainly noticed. "Gakupo." "Hmm?" "You don't have to keep looking after me. I'm not a child, you know." He looked down at her, wearing an almost innocent expression. "I know." "Then why do you keep—" "Because I simply want to hold your hand." Luka's words immediately caught in her throat. She had intended to remind him that she was perfectly capable of taking care of herself, but she hadn't expected such a direct answer. Gakupo continued holding her hand, looking perfectly composed, as though he hadn't said anything particularly special. Luka, however, couldn't remain nearly as calm. She turned her head and pretended to be absorbed in the decorations along the street. After a while, she finally spoke in a quiet voice. "...Then keep holding it." Gakupo didn't question her further. He simply tightened his fingers around hers slightly, making their joined hands feel even more secure. The parade continued. When they reached the fountain in the city center, the scheduled light show began. As the music changed, the fountain illuminated the night with alternating shades of orange, red, purple, and deep blue. Streams of water rose and fell beneath the lights, creating a magical spectacle that seemed to belong exclusively to Halloween. Luka stopped to admire the scene. "It's beautiful..." Gakupo stood beside her without answering immediately. He was watching the fountain too, but after a moment, his gaze shifted toward her. Compared with the carefully arranged lights, he seemed to prefer the brightness in Luka's eyes. "I'm glad you like it." Luka heard his voice and turned toward him. "What about you? How are you enjoying tonight?" Gakupo considered the question for a moment. "It's fun. Much better than I expected." "Really?" "Mm." He lowered his head slightly, amusement entering his voice. "Especially because someone has been introducing every stall along the way, occasionally stopping to watch performances and making me feel as though I've joined an entirely different kind of adventure." Luka immediately recognized his teasing tone. "You've been enjoying yourself too!" "I never denied it." "And you even helped that little girl investigate pumpkin magic earlier!" "That was an important matter." "How was that important?" "If she really believes pumpkins possess magical powers, she might come back to the parade next year." Luka stared at him before finally bursting into laughter. "Honestly, Gakupo!" The music gradually changed as the procession approached the final section of the route. The lights of the square were already visible in the distance. The host was leading the spectators in a countdown, preparing to welcome the parade participants as they arrived. Cheers rose and fell throughout the crowd, and the festive atmosphere reached its peak. Luka adjusted her grip on Gakupo's hand and followed the procession beside him. "Let's come again next year, okay?" She asked so naturally that it sounded as though she had already decided they would stand here together again. Gakupo looked at her. "Of course." "And you can't suddenly change your mind!" "When have I ever broken a promise to you?" Luka thought carefully, only to discover that she couldn't immediately think of an example. "...I guess you haven't." "Then there's nothing to worry about." He paused briefly, his voice remaining clear despite the lively music around them. "Next year, the year after that, and every year beyond that. As long as you want to come, I'll be here with you." Luka's steps slowed for half a heartbeat. Looking at him, she suddenly felt that this Halloween had become much more special than she had imagined. Originally, she had only wanted to attend the parade with Gakupo, admire the decorations, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and try some seasonal desserts. But now, she found herself looking forward to more than just tonight. She looked forward to next year's Halloween, when they could meet beneath the autumn sky once again. She looked forward to every future evening when she could walk beside him. "Then it's a promise." She held out her little finger. Gakupo looked at her, a tender smile appearing in his eyes. He extended his own little finger and gently linked it with hers. "It's a promise." At that very moment, the bells in the square rang out, announcing the successful conclusion of this year's Halloween parade. People continued lingering along the streets, reluctant to leave. The pumpkin lanterns illuminated smiling faces, while the laughter of children exchanging candy drifted from somewhere in the distance. Amid the lively festivities, the vampire and the witch walked side by side toward their next destination. For everyone else, this was simply another annual Halloween celebration. For Gakupo and Luka, it was another precious memory they had created together. And their Halloween night was only just beginning.