Next, we have our ballet lesson...!
The classroom for that is this way, yes?
I think we're finally getting used to the sheer size of this school.
Yes!
That also goes for our lessons.
Right. They've all been difficult, but we're starting to keep up well with the others. I believe that's evidence of us growing.
(Also...)
(I'd have nothing more to say if only we'd found a way to become more flexible for our ballet lessons...)
I know exactly what you're thinking about right now...
Ah, our minds must be communing.
To be fair, we're both struggling with the same thing...
Yes, it's a tough problem to solve.
A part of me wishes that I were a mollusk...
Like a squid...?
An octopus or sea slug would also do.
A jellyfish would as well, no?
Actually, they're cnidarians, not mollusks.
<We came over to see how things have been going over with their new training venue...>
<But they just said that they wanted to become squids and octopuses or something, didn't they?>
<Wh-What happened to them?!>
<I don't know...>
<But based on the way they were behaving, something is definitely bothering them...>
<!!!>
<What do we do...?
I want Tsukasa and Rui to smile again...>
<Wait! I know☆>
Hmm... It looks like Nene and Emu haven't arrived yet.
Things may be taking a little longer than usual on their ends.
Right.
Then, in the meantime, why don't we practice a little?
That sounds good.
We can go over what we covered during today's lessons and...
Hm...?
What's wrong, Rui?
Tsukasa, Ruiii!!!
Whoa! G-Got you!!
Thanks☆
Nice catch, Tsukasa. Your reflexes are truly superb.
Wait, you knew they were coming...
Why didn't you tell me sooner...?!
Anyway, what's going on?
Neither of you are wearing your usual outfits...
Hehe. You noticed?
I'm dressed as a fish today!
And I'm a squid☆
A fish and a squid...?
Yup☆ We're here to invite you guys to come see a show under the sea!
“The sea is full of so many fun and wonderful things! Like now! It's time to dance!”
Wow...!
This show's more intricate than I thought it'd be.
Yes, they've done an excellent job with the lights. It really feels like we're underwater.
Tsukasa! Rui!
We even have costumes for you guys to wear! You can be an octopus, a jellyfish...
Hm? Does this mean we get to be a part of the show?
Yeah! Don't be afraid to pick the... Uh, sea slug, either!
...
(An octopus, a squid, a jellyfish and even a sea slug...
I thought it was all a big coincidence at first, but...)
Now I see...
Then, Tsukasa, why don't we join them?
Yes! I still don't quite know what's going on, but this looks like fun! Watch as I perform the most elegant octopus dance you've ever seen!
Did you two enjoy the show?
Did it help to dance around as an octopus and stuff...?
Yes, the show itself was wonderful.
But this is all a big misunderstanding. Please allow me to take this opportunity to clear things up.
A big misunderstanding?
Yes. I believe Miku and the others here overheard our conversation about us turning into a squid and octopus. That's why you all put on this show for us, yes?
What?
So, that conversation was about...
What?!
Then, that means we all got the wrong idea!
We got the impression that you two were being bothered by something you couldn't tell us about.
So, you guys didn't actually want to turn into a squid and octopus...
My apologies, everyone. It seems we've made you all worry about us.
But it was fun to dance around as an octopus and jellyfish!
Really?! Thank goodness!
Yes, my body felt much more flexible than usual for some reason.
I also felt like I was able to move like a piece of jelly! Could that be because we were playing squishy animals...?
Hehe. I have to think it's because you've both been working so hard to become more flexible!
Our hard work seems to have paid off in a curious way, Tsukasa.
Indeed! It's a testament to the value of working hard each day!
Hehehe.
Why don't we try doing a few more advanced stretches before our next lesson?