Hmm... It's still only eleven...

(Practice doesn't start until the afternoon, but I still ended up leaving early.)

(To be fair, while preparing for RAD BLAST, it became normal for us to meet early in the morning.)

(But we collectively decided to give ourselves a chance to catch our breaths before taking on the world...)

(That being said, old habits are very hard to break.)

Still...

I have all this free time now, so this may be a chance for me to try something different.

(Like when we went camping that other time. Experiencing new things has helped me become a better singer.)

(So, I should find something that will allow me to make the most of this time and...)

Hm...?

That looks like...

(Shiraishi?

And the person with her is...)

What do you say, An?

Do you know anyone else that can help?

Hmm...

Well...

(It's the manager of that shop who's always lending us the sound equipment we use during events.)

(I wonder what's on his mind?)

Hm? Hi, Toya!

I didn't realize you were here already!

Yes, I ended up leaving home early.

By the way, what were you two talking about just now? It sounded a bit serious...

Oh, he was just asking if I could find some people to help him.

Help...?

An event called “Shibuya Instrument Day” will be taking place at the hall down by the station soon, but we're a bit short-staffed.

Shibuya Instrument Day?

I can't say that I'm familiar with it...

Simply put, it's a convention where manufacturers of musical instruments from all over will gather to sell their wares.

It's a musical instrument fair?

Correct. You'll have your standards like guitars and pianos, but also bagpipes, shamisen and a wide variety of other instruments that stores don't normally carry.

There's even going to be a section where novices will get a chance to play them and a concert in the hall next door. To summarize, it's an event that's all about musical instruments.

I see...

That sounds like fun.

Haha. Doesn't it?

The concept for this event is to “bring you closer to instruments,” which really struck a chord with me. So, I decided to apply as a vendor...

But something came up which is going to prevent a few of his staff from attending.

Ah, which is why you were looking for people to help.

An agreed to lend a hand...

But I feel like we're going to need one more to help set everything up and handle visitors.

So, I was asking if she knew anyone else... Hm?

Wait a second!

Aoyagi, would you be willing to do me a huge favor?!

Huh?

Me?

Yes, you! An's always telling me about how honest and reliable you are!

Oh, of course... Only if you're actually free to help...

Haha. That's the thing.

I tried hitting up the others already. Unfortunately, Kohane's on vacation with her family, and Akito's stuck doing all the homework he let pile up. No one seems to have time right now...

That's why I've been hesitating to ask you, Toya, since I figured you also had something going on.

Hmm...

(An event about musical instruments.)

(Some are very difficult to play, but can also be very heavy depending on the type. I'm not sure how much help I could provide...)

(But they're clearly in a tough situation here. And finding someone suitable won't be easy.)

(Then...)

I'll help.

Really? Are you sure?

Y-You'll help out?!

Yes, since you always do so much for us.

Also, I was just thinking that I should my hand at something new.

Really?!

That's great to hear!

Oh, however...

I don't have much experience in terms of customer service, so I'm worried that I won't be able to pull my weight...

Don't worry about that! We'll provide you with plenty of assistance!

What he said!

I can also help you with the customers!

Alright, in that case...

I'll be more than happy to lend a hand.

Thanks a ton! I really appreciate it!

Thanks, Toya!

Let's do our best!

Yes, let's.

By the way, what sort of sound equipment do you plan on taking to the event?

If possible, I'd like to familiarize myself with what you're going to have on display.

Oh, Toya, you're really on the ball!

Ah, I hadn't mentioned that yet.

We're going to have trumpets and saxophones on display there. No equipment or gear for shows and performances.

Huh?

Wind instruments?

That's a bit surprising.

I was under the impression that you were going to have your sound equipment there...

He sells sound equipment because the demand is there, but apparently his first love is wind instruments!

I do.

That's why this event is like a dream come true for me!

Yes, I see...

(A dream come true...

Then, I'll need to provide him with all the support I can.)

(I don't have much experience handling wind instruments, so I'm not sure how I'll do with the customers...)

(But I should do my best to make this event a good one.)