This is so exciting.
I'm really looking forward to seeing Mai's show.
Me too!
It's supposed to be a modern take on Rapunzel, right?
Yeah. I'm curious to see how they adapted the story!
Same. We can spend some time going through the program once we get to the theater.
(They look like they're all having fun today.)
(I'm glad Haruka suggested that we take a little break.)
Huh? A break?
Yes. We haven't taken one in a while because we've been dealing with quite a lot on top of having to work on our streams.
That's why I was thinking that we could take a day off from practice to get in a refresher. What do you think?
Yeah, that sounds great!
How about we all go somewhere together?
Oh, actually...
Mai's going to be in this show...
Is something the matter, Shizuku?
Hehe. No, nothing.
Alright, we'll be right back!
Huh? Where are you two going?
Weren't you listening just now?
The crepe shop just over that way.
Hehe. I thought it'd be good to grab a bite since I was just starting to get hungry!
I can't have too much sugar right now, so I'll pass. How about you, Shizuku?
Well, I wouldn't want to ruin my appetite for dinner by having one now, so I'll have to pass as well.
Looks like it's just you and me, Minori.
We'll be right back if you don't mind waiting.
Okay. Have fun, you two.
They all look so yummy.
Oh, I think I'll get the one with lots of strawberries and whipped cream!
In that case, I think I'll get something more chocolatey. Wanna share a bite once they're ready?
Yeah, I'd love to!
Hehe. Seeing them have so much fun like this makes me really glad that we decided to do this.
In the end, we need to be in a cheerful mood if we want to spread hope to anyone.
Oh...
(So what happened with Hasegawa...)
There was a time when I felt so “scared” that my body refused to do what it was told.
However... That's also sort of why I don't really know what to say to her right now.
Even after receiving so much support from so many people...
But even after hearing all those kind words and seeing so many people about it, my legs wouldn't stop shaking.
(Of course she's worried... She went through what Hasegawa's dealing with right now...)
...
Is something the matter?
You've been staring at me for a while now.
*Gasp*
Uhh...
I was just thinking about how you have such wonderful facial features.
Facial features...?
Y-Yes...!
I saw this show on TV yesterday.
They said that people with eyes like yours, Haruka, are able to see things from an objective standpoint and calmly make decisions.
Which is why I believe you'll be able to find the best answer for even the most unanswerable questions.
...
Thanks, Shizuku.
You being so kind and thoughtful has always been a source of hope for me.
Oh...
(She saw right through me...
She knows I'm worried about her...)
(But...)
I'm glad that what I said seems to have helped you, Haruka.
Still, what you said about facial features is pretty interesting. That has to do with phrenology and physiognomy, right?
Yes. To be honest, it was something I saw on TV during dinner...
Apparently, if the corners of your eyes point up, you're more likely to have an increased appetite, and people with plump lips are prone to being anemic.
Oh, I'm interested in hearing more.
Wanna try it on me?
What do you see?
Well... Your bright eyes and lovely mouth are your best features, Airi, so...