Now that our new song's been uploaded, it's time we started our usual after-party!

Is what I wanna say...

But Mafuyu's running pretty late...

She told us that cram school's taking longer than expected...

Still, doesn't that mean she wants to come? I'm sure she'll be here soon.

(I mean, I've gotta think we're all worried about her...)

(We've been chatting through text, but it's been over a week now since we actually worked while talking to each other.)

Oh, hey! Mafuyu!

Thank goodness you could make it...

*Nod*

But sorry for being late...

No, we get that you're busy. Thanks for making the time to stop by!

Actually, we were just about to start, so your timing couldn't have been better♪

Here's your drink.

You'll just have to live with orange juice for now...

Thank you...

Anyway, where was I?

Everyone, here's to our new song!

Cheers!

Cheers!

Cheers.

Ahh! This juice really hits the spot!

You sound way too excited, Mizuki.

Why wouldn't I be?!

Our new song's been getting a ton of views and comments♪

I haven't actually looked yet.

Let's see... Whoa, you're right...!

We're getting a decent amount of views, but this looks like way more comments than normal. Some of these people have pretty big threads going.

There was a bit of a gap between this one and our last one...

And you may need to wait on me again to complete the lyrics for our next song...

Don't worry about that, Mafuyu.

There's no rush. Just work at your own pace...

Yeah! We'll give you as much time as you need.

Thank you...

Oh, that reminds me!

Did you all see the trailer for the superhero movie from Hollywood that just released?!

It's the one about how these guys fight against all these different baddies while traveling through space!

Space? Oh, I think I caught a glimpse of it on TV. The CG looked so pretty...

I know, right?! The stars and galaxies looked absolutely gorgeous! Emulating zero gravity is also supposed to be really hard, but they totally nailed it!

And the music! This one song they used starts out pretty quiet but builds up to this grand climax...!

It was even composed by this person who's become really popular producer of healing music!

Healing music...?

Yeah, the interview on the official site mentioned how they want to immerse the viewer into the movie by shaping what the view feels based on what they're seeing and hearing or whatever.

Interesting...

I'd like to try listening to this song.

Mafuyu, does their healing music pique your interest at all? It's supposed to be pretty helpful for people who have trouble sleeping.

I'd like to give it a listen regardless of whether or not it helps me sleep...

Okay! I'll post it along with the link to the trailer on Nightcord♪

The trailer was very well made.

You were right, Mizuki. The music fit the imagery perfectly.

I agree... It left a clear impression without interfering with the narration.

How'd you like the healing music?

Do you think it'll help you sleep better?

I'm not sure...

Okay, that's too bad.

Oh, I thought this composition style sounded familiar. I know this producer. They're pretty famous...

Yeah, they've worked with this movie's director on a lot of other stuff.

Also, that's so cool!

You recognized who the producer was just based on their style.

I wish I had the power to say, “Hey, I know who made this!” after hearing or seeing something!

Okay, we get it.

I was also really surprised when I found out that this person's new song is a cover of an old one!

Oh, it is?

I couldn't tell. It sounded so modern.

The melody for the original song is also very nice. I actually really like it.

What is it called...?

Oh, it's called...

Hey, Mizuki...

Wanna go refill our drinks?

Yeah, sure!

Is it me or are you trying really hard today, Mizuki?

Huh?

You're doing all this for Mafuyu, right?

You sound way more excited than usual and brought up something that she can directly relate to.

Haha. Was it that obvious...?

I guess I went a little overboard.

No, you're only being slightly more obnoxious than usual.

What?! You're so mean!

Hehe. In any case, I think your plan's working.

I sure hope so...

I mean, I feel that we need to make the most of this sort of time since we're getting less and less time to work together...

Wait, huh? Are you two also getting refills?

Yes, I just finished my drink.

Oh, okay! In that case...!

You gotta try this hyper-fizzy soda♪

Okay, sure...

I'm not against anything carbonated.

Oh, really?!

Then, I also recommend mixing it with some orange juice.

I think I'll try it as is.

They also have some vegetable juice, Kanade. It's actually not bad, so I recommend it.

Really? In that case, I think I'll try some.

(It really is nice when we get to just spend time together like this...)