And that is our plan for the day of.
Are there any questions or concerns that you think we should address?
I don't have any questions. What about the rest of you?
I-I'm okay too!
Our fans should be able to enjoy everything as long as we follow this plan!
I agree.
And since we have arranged enough people to handle the merchandise, I think I'm good.
Then, I believe that concludes our final meeting before your solo show. I'll be looking forward to seeing you all again on the day!
We look forward to seeing you too!
I still can't believe this is all really happening...
Me neither. After our training camp and designing our merch, we've been working so tirelessly for this that I'm getting kind of emotional.
Y-Yeah...
We put in so much time and effort... And now, our show's only a week away.
I-I'm so nervous!
Hehe. That's understandable since this is your very first solo show, Minori.
But I'm really glad we haven't run into any serious problems and that it's actually happening.
Right. And we owe you quite a lot for gathering staff who can set up and run everything, Saito.
Thank you very much for doing all this.
*Gasp*
Shizuku just thanked me! To be able to receive such words makes me so happy! No, wait, I'm not worthy of such kindness...!
I guess that part of you is never gonna change, huh?
Um, well...
If anything, I should be thanking all of you for giving me such a wonderful opportunity that ties directly into what I want to do for a living!
For a living?
Yes. I recall telling you all before about how I've been working part-time for a production company while attending university...
After helping put on your last event, I've decided that I want to assist and support idols for a living...
Our last event...?
Do you mean our Christmas Fan Event?
Yes, that one!
I was already very interested in this line of work...
But I ended up having so much fun that I found myself wanting to do this for a living.
It felt like I played an actual role in helping spread hope to others like all of you. That made me feel so happy...!
And that's what made me want to learn more about this industry! That's why I also began studying how to become a talent manager while really trying to get the most out of my current job!
Wow...!
That's so wonderful.
(Our event helped cultivate her dream...)
(Wait, this reminds me of...)
That's so heartwarming.
Your words mean a lot to us.
Um... Y-Yeah!
We'll be rooting for you.
Also, feel free to ask if you ever need any help!
I really appreciate it!
Hearing you say that fills me with so much excitement!
So, let's make your solo show a big success!
I promise to run a smooth operation with the staff so that you can all focus on putting on a great performance!
Thank you very much.
Well, if you're willing to give us that kind of guarantee, then we have no choice but to respond accordingly.
Our very first solo show as MORE MORE JUMP!... Obviously, it's a big deal for our fans, but it means just as much to us and the staff...
So, let's do our best to make it the best show ever! One that everyone there is gonna enjoy!
Yeah!
Wow...!
You've really got this dance routine down!
And there's just one week left until your solo show, yes? It should go splendidly if you're all in this good of a condition!
We believe in you!
Hehe. Thanks.
J-Just one more week...
I have to keep trying my best...!
You still seem pretty nervous, Minori.
Yeah, she's been this way for a while now.
But I can't help it!
I mean, it's just around the corner! How am I not supposed to feel nervous?!
Hehe. Based on how you're behaving, Minori, it really does feel like your time has finally come!
But I believe that there's no need for you to worry so much.
You've practiced very hard, had a successful training camp and did everything else you could together.
On top of all that, you've become quite the performer, Minori.
Wait, I have?
Yes, I agree.
Not just you, Minori. You've all improved so much. So, the only thing left is for you to give the best performance you possibly can while on stage.
Thank you for that, KAITO.
With regards to you, Minori...
We all agree with every word they just said.
Yeah... I know we practiced lots and lots until today, but I can't shake this feeling for some reason, you know...?
I guess it can't be helped.
Hehe. It is her very first solo show after all. It's only natural to feel a mix of nervousness and excitement.
Wait, Shizuku, did you also feel the same way?!
I feel like everyone goes through this. Doing your first solo show is a pretty big milestone.
And I remember also feeling really nervous...
You too, Haruka...?
Yes.
But to be fair, I didn't fully understand the power of a solo show until the day it happened.
The power of a solo show...?
After ASRUN released its debut single, we mainly performed in shows alongside other groups.
But we were suddenly told that we'd be doing our first solo show... That really took me by surprise...
But I thought that it wouldn't be any different from doing a show with another group. I didn't feel nervous at all since I believed that I just had to keep spreading hope to others like before...
However, when we took the stage that day...
Alright, get ready for the very first song of our solo show! We hope you all enjoy!
(They're roaring... That never happened during our other shows.)
(Now I understand...
They all came here today to see us perform. Just ASRUN and ASRUN alone.)
(And they're waving their glow sticks around in unison. It's like they rehearsed what to do beforehand...)
(It's so beautiful...)
Haruka!!
I've been dreaming of this day for so long! Thank you for doing this solo show!
(Wow..
They're really here just to see us.)
(I can tell by their expressions just how much they've been looking forward to this show. They're cheering just for us.)
(That means I need to give it absolutely everything I have. This is what they've been waiting for...)
♪————!
(This is so much fun.)
(They're clapping... But not to our performance... It's like we're singing and dancing to their beat.)
(Us, the audience... We're becoming one... I've never experienced anything like this before...)
(Now I see...)
(They all truly want to see us perform, and we're forging a deep bond as a result. No wonder it feels so different from when we performed alongside other groups...)
(This is it...)
(This is what it means to do a solo show.)
That was how my first solo show went.
It felt really special...
And I want you to experience that incredible sensation, Minori.
Forging a deep bond with our fans...
(That reminds me of the time when...)
Man, I wish we could somehow see your solo show in person.
I feel the same way.
Unfortunately, that may prove a bit difficult...
Oh, we've got you covered there.
We're gonna make some space for all of you at the front.
R-Really?!
Are you sure?
What if people see us...?
You'll be able to stay hidden because of all the equipment that's going to be around there. We're pretty sure nobody will see you.
However, that comes at the cost of not being able to see much else other than the stage. Still, I hope you enjoy our little VIP section.
Wow! Thank you, girls...!
We promise to cheer for you like there's no tomorrow!
I know you're nervous, Minori, but please try to enjoy your very first solo show.
R-Right!
I really appreciate it, KAITO!
I'm gonna do the best I can!
I really wanna make the most of my first solo show since I only get one chance to perform in it!