Hmm... What would Shizuku like for her present?

So many good candidates, but none really stand out above the rest.

I'm really sorry about being so indecisive...

Not a problem!

Browsing's been super fun, and I really want Shizuku to enjoy what she gets.

Oh... Hey, they have animal brooches over here!

Look at that!

They've got dogs, cats... And they're all really cute!

Does Shizuku have a favorite animal?

Umm... She likes these birds called long-tailed bushtits. I'm guessing they don't have those...

Also, rabbits...

Rabbits?

Something about them brings us together. In the past we've made rabbit-shaped dango, snow rabbits and...

Really...?

Hehe. That's so precious.

Then, let's try looking for one!

Rabbits, bunnies...

Aha! Look here!

This one's got jewels embedded in its eyes and ears!

It's even got a fluffy cotton ball for a tail!

Whoa, you're right!

It's cute...

Huh?

Oh, uhh...

Nothing.

Anyway, this brooch might be nice...

It isn't a gaudy color or anything, so she should be able to wear it on a daily basis.

Really? Woohoo!

Then, you wanna go with this?

I do. Thank you for all your help.

You two also, Saki, Yuki. I really appreciate what you did.

You're welcome!

I'm glad you were able to find something nice for her!

Me too. Anyway, I'll take this up to the—

Oh, wait...!

They've got that brooch in a few different colors!

What?

Hmm...

I think this color would work really well!

You think so...?

I thought this other one would look nice on her.

No, not her!

I was talking about you, Shiho!

Me...?

Yeah! Can you try it on for me?

No, I'm good...

I don't usually wear these sorts of things.

Huuuh?

But you just said they're cute.

No, I didn't...

What?! Don't lie!

Whenever we go out shopping together, even though she really likes them deep down, Shiho never tries on anything that she thinks is cute.

Saki...!

To be fair, everyone has their own style.

You might like something that you find, but not necessarily want to wear it.

Yeah, true...

It's a little unfortunate since I really wanted to see you try this brooch on, Shiho!

Anyway, I'm taking Shizuku's brooch up front...

Oh, I'll go with you! I also found some accessories that I really like!

Then, we'll be waiting outside!

(Still, it's kind of a shame...

Shiho really seemed to like these brooches.)

(At the same time, she's more the cool and collected type as opposed to cute and cuddly. So, I kinda get her objections...)

(But you can wear brooches a million different ways. I've gotta think there's a trick out there for getting this brooch to look good on Shiho.)

Is something the matter, Mizuki...?

Huh?

You seem unsure about something.

Haha. Nothing gets by you, Sis.

I was just wondering if there are any good ways for Shiho to make use of that brooch we just saw.

Oh, I see. She could conceivably pin it to a hat or bag without having it stand out too much. She could also turn it into a keychain of some sort!

Yeah, that's what I'm talking about!

Which is why I personally think it's kind of a shame that she isn't getting it. She actually seems to have a soft spot for cute things...

You know that feeling of excitement that comes over you when you put on something you think is cute? How can you not smile, you know...?

Then, why not tell Shiho that...?

Wait, but... Wouldn't that make me too pushy?

I mean, Sis, you just said it yourself.

Everyone has their own style.

Yes, I did.

But she may want to try it out if you tell her about some of the ideas we just talked about, no?

Also, don't you want her to get more joy from the things that she loves deep down...?

Oh... Yeah, I do.

Then, why don't you go over to her and give her some suggestions?

I believe that any person's possibilities are endless. The choice is ultimately Shiho's, but you should at least tell her.

Endless possibilities...

I agree...

Thanks, Sis.

I'll go try telling her!

Okay, good luck!

(Sis really is an amazing person...)

(Now then!)

Hey, Shiho!

Huh...?

Um, about that brooch...

Mind if I gave you a quick presentation about it?!

A presentation...?

Yeah! I get that you think it's a little too cute for you, but I think there's a way to get around that!

For example, instead of pinning it onto your clothes...

Hey, cool!

I never thought about using a brooch as a keychain!

Yeah, I figured that you'd be able to use this brooch more often if it were like this.

You have a point...

A keychain for my bag does seem a lot better.

See what I mean?

I really love cute stuff like this.

Seeing these kinds of things always makes me feel better and gives me the energy I need.

Yeah, I think I know what you mean...

So, Shiho, if you like this brooch and think it's cute...

I'm really hoping that you'll get it and wear it in a way that you'd enjoy it!

...

Yeah, okay...

Then, I'll also get one for myself since it might be nice as a keychain...

Really?! You mean it?!

Oh! That means you and Shizuku are gonna match!

That's beside the point.

Haha! Then, here!

Your very own rabbit!

Thanks...

(We're gonna match... Come to think of it, we always used to wear the same clothes.)

(I guess it's still okay every once in a while...)

Hehe. Shizuku's gonna love your present so much, Shiho!

I sure hope so...