Alright, I believe we all have a copy of the script.

Wow, it's bound and everything...!

It really feels like we're getting ready to do a show now.

I'm sorry for asking you both to also appear in the show. I know you're very busy fixing the costumes...

Not a problem! I'm actually really happy about getting to do a show with you again, Tsukasa. I mean, the one we did at the chocolate factory was so much fun!

While we're on the subject, Momoi, are you going to be okay? You also have your group to think about...

Oh, that won't be an issue.

The others gave me the green light after I told them about Mr. Inuyama.

They told me to go out there and do my best since they understand what I want to do.

I see...

I'm glad to hear that.

Anyway, let's start going over the story!

It's based on the synopsis Mr. Inuyama gave us the other day, right? A feline hero protects a carnival...?

Yes. It takes place at a carnival which has a large Ferris wheel as its main attraction...

The story revolves around our hero, Nyantaro, taking part in an epic battle against a pair of mischievous cat sisters.

An epic battle? I don't remember it being quite so dramatic...

The sisters showed up at the carnival one day and began pulling pranks on all the guests.

Nyantaro brought them to justice each time, but that did nothing to deter them from coming back time and again...

Then, one day, the sisters come up with the most dastardly plan imaginable...!

They stop the Ferris wheel, right?

Yes, and it saddens many of the guests since it's the carnival's main attraction.

When the sisters run off with the control switch, Nyantaro gives chase in order to get the carnival guests smiling once more...

The sisters are quick, and they don't make it easy, but Nyantaro does manage to catch them and reactivate the Ferris wheel.

The sisters finally see the error of their ways, and the guests return to smiling. The end!

Man, the climax sounds really exciting!

And I can't wait to see how Nyantaro chases after those sisters!

Ah, by the way, Mr. Inuyama played the lead during his carnival's opening celebration.

Wait, really?!

Hang on a second... Do you think the Nyantaro in this show is based off the real Nyantaro?

No, they apparently put on this show around twenty years ago...

Which means Nyantaro was named after the hero from this story.

I see...

In other words, he's the embodiment of some really precious memories.

Mr. Inuyama must've loved this show a lot...

*Nod*

And that's a powerful source of motivation!

Definitely! We've gotta make this the best show ever!

Yeah, let's do our best!

What do you need us to do next, Tenma?

Ah, we need to decide roles now.

Starting with Nyantaro.

Alright, we all have our roles now.

The protagonist, Nyantaro, will be played by... Me, Tsukasa Tenma!

As for the cat sisters, Airi will play the older one and Kusanagi will play the younger one.

I'm really looking forward to working with you, Kusanagi! I can't wait for you to teach me more about acting like you did during Shibu Schools Fest!

Y-Yes, I'm also looking forward to working with you...!

And you'll be playing one of the carnival's guests, Akiyama. Although, it is a tad unfortunate that you're going to be all by yourself...

Hmm... Yeah...

My plan's to pull out all the stops and really act out having a fun day, but I feel like I can only do so much on my own...

If only we had at least one more person.

Isn't there anyone we can ask...?

Good question.

Unfortunately, Rui and Emu are busy that day, and I'm not sure who else could help us...

Actually, I think I know just the person to ask...

Huh?

When I told the others in my group about this, Minori's eyes lit up and she said, “Doing a show with them sounds like so much fun!”

She even said that she wants to help out in any way she can, so we could have her join the cast.

Oh, Hanasato, you say?!

She's sort of my dance student...

It'd be great to have her on board!

I'd also love to work with Minori!

If anything, I should be the one asking her to join us since she's my favorite idol...!

Hehe. Then, I'll try asking her.

Hehehe. This is gonna be so much fun♪

That should take care of our casting problem. What else do we need to check up on...?

Come to think of it, how are the costumes coming along? I've been fixing the accessories and stuff bit by bit...

I'm working on the hero's costume right now. It was pretty beat up, but I should be able to get it back in shape!

As for the sisters, their cat ears and a couple other accessories were all that was left. We sorta have to use clothes you and Kusanagi already have for the outfits.

To compensate, I'm gonna make everything look really cute by attaching a bunch of ribbons and stuff! So, stay tuned!

Hehe. I can't wait to see what you make!

Also, we should meet up to work on costume stuff together!

Alright, I'm glad to hear that we all seem to know what to do.

Yeah. But we only have a week and change until the final day...

I know. How about a toast to celebrate us entering the preparation phase of our show?

Wait, does that need a toast...?

Of course! We need to keep ourselves motivated!

I already finished my drink...

But still, it might be a good way to help us feel more like a team.

Yeah! Let's do it♪

Then, raise your glasses, you three.

This may be a short show, but we don't have much time to practice...

As challenging as this endeavor is going to be, let's make sure our show puts smiles on the faces of Mr. Inuyama and all the guests! Cheers!

Cheers!