(White Day's coming up soon.

What should I get for Saki and the others?)

(Considering Saki went through the trouble of baking that incredible chocolate cake for us, I'd like to get her something special in return...)

(I'll try looking online.

White Day gifts... Oh, here we go.)

(An assortment of baked goods... That'd be nice since we could all share them, and Saki would probably love these macarons.)

(Oh, cookies with messages written on them might work too. I could have a lot of fun with that.)

(What else is there...?)

“Make your very own chocolates at the Chocolate Factory!”...?

(What is this place?

They have all these chocolates that look like animals and musical instruments...)

(So you can really make chocolates in all shapes and sizes here...?)

(“Why not make something unique this year for that special someone using your own two hands?”)

(Interesting. This might be the answer. Also, I'd like to surprise everyone somehow by...)

Oh, Hinomori.

Hey, Kiritani.

About to have lunch...?

Yes. I thought that it'd be nice to eat in the courtyard for a change and was just waiting for Minori. Will you be eating with Tenma and the others?

Yeah.

Oh, Tenma and Hoshino may be another minute since our teacher had to talk to them about something.

That's fine.

Thanks for letting me know.

Hehe. You're welcome... Huh?

Is that the site for the Chocolate Factory?

What?! Uhh...!

Sorry, it just happened to catch my eye. I was browsing through that site just earlier today...

Wait, you too?

Yeah.

I mean, look how cute these penguin chocolates are. I kind of want to try making my own now...

Oh, you're right.

They're so adorably chubby...

Hehe. I knew you'd like them too, Hinomori.

Airi and the others gave me something really special during Valentine's Day, so I'm hoping to do the same for them this White Day.

Something special...

Yes. That's why I believe making something unique, such as making my own chocolates, would be the best way to show my appreciation for them...

...

Yeah, I see your point...

Hey...

Why don't we go together, Kiritani?

Oh, are you sure?

I was under the impression that you wanted to go with Tenma and the others...

I want to surprise them with a gift too.

I feel like I should give back for a change after being given so much.

Hehe. That's so nice of you.

Alright, let's go together. This should be fun.

Whew... I'm stuffed...

(Alright, now what?

Toya's on library duty today, so I guess this is my chance to sneak in a quick nap...)

Oh! Hey, Li'l Bro!

How ya been?

No rest for the wicked, huh...?

Hm? What was that?

You say something?

Don't mind that last part.

Also, fancy seeing you at school like this.

Well, I felt like being a good student today♪ Oh, Li'l Bro, more importantly...!

Do you like chocolate...?

Chocolate?

What's this really about...?

I'll get to that in a minute.

You like pancakes, right? That's why I'm asking whether or not you like chocolate. So, do you?

I mean, sure...

As long as they're good.

Awesome! That's what I wanted to hear!

As it so happens, this place called the Chocolate Factory where you can make your own chocolates just opened up recently!

Everyone's been talking online about how you can make these super adorable creations, so I kinda want to take a stab at it.

Sadly, Ena and An both said they were busy this weekend when I tried to invite them, but I still really want to go...

Which is where you come in, Li'l Bro. If you like chocolate, we could go together, and invite Toya too.

No way. Sweets aren't really Toya's thing.

Also, can't you just ask Ena or An to go next week?

Oh, Li'l Bro, I knew you'd say that...

Luckily, I've got a little scoop for you! Check this out!

Hm...?

“Famed chocolatier, Paul Hansen, will be making a special appearance at the Chocolate Factory”...?

Paul Hansen...?

As in the guy with shops all over the world?

Yeah, him!

He's gonna be at the Chocolate Factory this weekend!

And by being there during his chocolate-baking demonstration, you'll get a chance to buy his latest creations before anyone else!

His latest creation...?

Yup!

From what I've heard, they're supposed to be out of this world!

I see...

That raises the stakes a bit...

Wait, no. You're going anyway, so I could just have you buy some for me...

Swing and a miss! Each person's limited to just one purchase! Also, Ena said the exact same thing... Talk about blood being thicker than water...

Ugh... Seriously...?

I can't believe I fell into the same trap as her...

So, wanna come with?

It'll be a chance for you to make and buy delicious chocolates!

...

And here's the green room.

The one in charge of this event will be with you shortly to explain how things will proceed.

Wonderful!

Thank you very much!

(Despite coming in through the employee entrance, you can smell what's going on in the Chocolate Factory even from the green room.)

(Looks like I'll be working with some other cast members as well... Oh, that must be whoever's in charge...)

Thank you for your patience.

We're so glad that you were all able to join us today.

Before we get started, I'd like to give you all a quick rundown of the Chocolate Factory's mission statement.

“Bring smiles to all through chocolate.” That's our goal for this establishment.

We're hoping that our guests can learn more about chocolate and even make some themselves while having fun in the process.

(I see...

We try to make people smile through our shows, but this place is attempting to do so using chocolate instead.)

Your objective will be to provide a fun and enjoyable atmosphere for our guests as they immerse themselves into the world of chocolate. This will include putting on a small show.

At the entrance, we will be asking you to play our company's mascot, Chocota, by wearing his costume.

In addition, we will need you to convey the information regarding the history of chocolate presented in the “Education Zone” through brief skits or interpretive acts...

(Hm...?)

<Oh no...>

(Did my phone flash just now...?

Also, that sounded like Len's voice...)

(No, I must've imagined that...

Right now, I need to focus on this lecture!)

(That was close...!

I forgot that Tsukasa's supposed to be working today.)

Next, I'd like to show where you'll all be performing, as well as what exactly you'll be doing...

(Oh, are they having a discussion about the show they're gonna be doing today...?)

(But what kind of show?

I think I'll stick around for a quick listen!)