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A Step Together |  |
Chisato
... Mhn, mmm...
Kanon
Ch-Chisato-chan~?
Kanon
Your alarm is ringing~. Is it okay for you to sleep in~?
Chisato
...!
Chisato
... Good morning, Kanon.
Kanon
Ah, Chisato-chan. Good morning. Did you sleep well?
Chisato
Yes... I'm sorry. It was my turn to make breakfast today. I'll cook the rest.
Kanon
Oh, it's alright. It's almost ready, so please have a seat.
Chisato
But...
Kanon
Besides, you switched with me the other day to clean the bathroom. Now we're even.
Kanon
So please don't worry, okay?
Chisato
O-okay.
Kanon
Do you have rehearsals today?
Chisato
Yes. I'm thinking of going to the studio early and doing some solo practice...
Kanon
I see. Ah, I'm about to make some sunny-side up eggs. How many would you like?
Chisato
One, please.
Kanon
Okay.
Kanon
It sure is rare, though, for you to sleep through your alarm~.
Chisato
I was up a little late writing a report. It's due in two days.
Kanon
Oh, right, you did mention that recently. How's it coming? Almost finished?
Chisato
Well... there are still a few areas I'd like to rework, but I think I have more than enough time to do so before it's due.
Kanon
I see. You really are amazing~. You're busy with work, but you still make sure to finish your school work too.
Kanon
But you musn't push yourself too hard.
Chisato
Thanks for worrying about me. I'll be careful not to tire myself out.
Kanon
Ah, it sounds like the toast is ready.
Chisato
Hrm? Weren't we out of bread?
Kanon
Yes, but I bought some at the nearby grocery store yesterday.
Chisato
What? You went by yourself...?
Kanon
Ehehe, I sure did.
Chisato
Wow! Good for you.
Kanon
I was only able to do it because you've walked there with me before~. Thank you.
Kanon
But actually, I got lost on the way there. I asked many people for directions.
Kanon
So next time, I'd like to go without any help.
Chisato
I'm sure you'll be able to.
Chisato
... Fufu. I kind of feel like you've become more dependable since you've become a college student.
Kanon
E-ehehe... You really think so?
Chisato
I shouldn't have to rely on you to wake me up, though. I'll need to act more responsibly as I prepare for the TIS.
Chisato
And after this, I promise to always cook when it's my turn. I inconvenienced you today.
Kanon
I-inconvenienced me...?! You haven't done that at all.
Kanon
I'm actually happy I could do something for you. So from now on, whenever you need a hand, you can count on me, okay?
Chisato
Kanon...
Chisato
... Okay, but when you need help, you make sure to tell me too.
Kanon
I will!
Kanon
I'll just slide these sunny-side up eggs on some toast. Breakfast is served.
Chisato
Wow, this looks absolutely delicious. Well, let's enjoy our breakfast together.
Transcript
Chisato
Oh, BanG Dreamer-san. Hi.
Chisato
What a surprise meeting you here. Are you shopping too?
Chisato
So you here shopping for CiRCLE. You're such a hard worker.
Chisato
I came looking for DVDs of Marmalade's performances.
Chisato
Well, you see, it's been decided that Pastel✽Palettes is entering the "Tokyo Idol Summit" next.
Chisato
And former Marmalade member Nao Higashinakano is going to be our producer.
Chisato
I know. I can't believe she's producing for us either... I was really surprised. Plus, she's from Aya-chan's favorite idol group...
Chisato
Do you know Marmalade?
Chisato
Oh? I don't know them as well as Aya-chan either.
Chisato
That's why I'd like to learn more about Nao-san when she was an idol.
Chisato
Huh? What's she like? Well... I think she's very nice.
Chisato
... She's a pretty unique person, though.
Chisato
Oh, it's nothing. I believe she sincerely wants to help us.
Chisato
Since she became our producer, she's even looked up many things about us.
Chisato
And yesterday, we went with Nao-san to see one of the junior groups at our agency perform.
Chisato
After the show, she praised what they did well and also gave pinpoint advice on what to improve.
Chisato
I felt her many years as an idol has made her a capable person with a sharp eye for detail.
Chisato
Yes, I'm also excited for what lies ahead. Of course, I'm not without my concerns.
Chisato
Teamwork will be essential for winning the TIS.
Chisato
I believe we'll need to become well acquainted and learn to trust each other fully.
Chisato
And Pastel✽Palettes must work harder and gain more experience.
Chisato
There are many idols whose singing, performing, and technical skills are much more developed than ours...
Chisato
... Fufu, it seems we have a very high mountain to climb.
Chisato
But I don't think it's healthy to worry too much. Doing so will only make you more anxious.
Chisato
So rather than worry, I'm looking forward to the future. I hope to move forward with the others, one step at a time.
Chisato
... Oh, I've been speaking nonstop. I'm sorry to have kept you.
Chisato
Thank you for listening. I hope you'll continue to support us.