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Hagumi, Represent! |  |
Misaki
Alright, let's get started~.
Misaki
Today, we'll be deciding on a representative to participate in the Girls Band Party group performances.
Misaki
But first, we need to figure out how to make that decision...
Kokoro
Who wants to take part~?!
Hagumi & Kaoru
I do!
Kaoru
It is I, Kaoru Seta, who shimmers most brightly under the stage lights. I must insist on participating.
Hagumi
I want to join in too~! I can't wait to play with everyone!
Kokoro
I would also like to represent the band! We should do it together!
Misaki
Hold the phone! We can only pick one person!
Kanon
And we already know that Kokoro-chan is taking part, don't we?
Kokoro
Oh, really?
Misaki
Yes, really... Come on. All the vocalists are taking part, right?
Kanon
So we need to pick a musician this time.
Misaki
Right, all the parts are being divided up, so they want us to choose a representative first.
Kaoru
Interesting. So only one is to be chosen for the task.
Hagumi
It's too bad we can't all join~.
Misaki
Hey now, it would be kind of rude to try and push all our members onto the others...
Kanon
Hahaha... It does sort of fit our band, though...
Kokoro
Okay, now I understand! So how will we choose, then?
Hagumi
I know! We should use a fun game to decide!
Hagumi
Hello, Happy World! brings smiles to people around the world! Whatever we do should be done with a smile!
Kaoru
Fufu, well said. We must never forget the bliss that comes with smiling... for that is the meaning of Hello, Happy World!
Kokoro
A wonderful idea, Hagumi! Let's decide with something fun!
Kanon
U-uhhh...
Misaki
Hang on. Fun in what way?
Hagumi
You know, fun stuff that's fun~! Something like... Oh! Beach volleyball!
Kokoro
That does sound like fun!
Kaoru
How about blowing bubbles under that gorgeous blue sky? I cannot imagine a more fleeting, more thrilling spectacle.
Hagumi
Wow! Another fun idea from Kaoru-kun!
Misaki
... For real?
Kanon
You guys, I'm not sure how having fun has anything to do with choosing a representative...
Kokoro
Well, we won't know until we try!
Hagumi
You said it! It'll work itself out!
Kanon
I'm not so sure... Am I the only one who feels this way?
Misaki
Don't worry, Kanon-san. I know exactly where you're coming from.
Misaki
I mean, it's just kinda random...
Kanon
The person we choose will represent the band... Wouldn't it be better to discuss it in a more serious manner?
Hagumi
Hmmm~... All I know is that this is the way I want to decide!
Hagumi
After all, everyone here is a great choice for the job! Talking it over won't change that!
Misaki & Kanon
...!
Hagumi
Besides, I'll support whoever gets chosen! That's why we should at least have fun while we're at it!
Kanon
Hagumi-chan...
Kokoro
I agree with everything she said!
Kaoru
As do I.
Misaki
What?
Misaki
Look, I get what she's saying, but choosing a representative should be a little more thoughtful...
Hagumi
Alright! Let's make this a super fun election~!
Kokoro & Kaoru
Yeah~!
Misaki
... Hey! Argh~! How are we going to make any progress like this?!
Kokoro
... And with that, it's decided! Hagumi will represent Hello, Happy World!
Hagumi
I'll do my best!
Misaki
A-and out of nowhere, Hagumi gets the role...
Kanon
Hahaha... How did they choose just from playing around like that...?
Misaki
Sigh, I'm not so sure about all this~.
Kanon
M-me neither. But it'll all work out, won't it?
Kanon
I think Hagumi-chan is the perfect choice for bringing some energy to the group.
Misaki
Yeah, but honestly, that's what I'm worried about.
Kanon
Huh?
Misaki
Minato-san will be participating too, right? She is an extremely serious person when it comes to music.
Misaki
Kokoro herself is already in a league of her own, but adding Hagumi to the mix is going to cause some serious chaos...
Kanon
N-now that you mention it...! Do you think they'll get upset with her...?
Hagumi
Don't be like that~! Mii-kun, Kano-chan-senpai! You worry too much~!
Kanon
Hagumi-chan...
Hagumi
I can take care of myself! I'll make Hello, Happy World! look good!
Transcript
Hagumi
Good morning, everyone~! Let's get in a lot of practice today~...
Ran
And I'm telling you that the way I played the phrase was the right way to do it!
Yukina
I disagree. The entire part would benefit from toning down the guitar here.
Hagumi
Huh? What's going on? Is everything alright?
Aya
Ah, Hagumi-chan...
Ran
Look, we shouldn't decide anything until everyone is-
Hagumi
Ahhh~! Time out! Fighting is a big no-no, you two!
Ran
Hagumi...?
Hagumi
This is a group rehearsal, so no more fighting from here on out!
Yukina
I would hardly call that a fight. We were merely discussing the songs that the band will perform.
Hagumi
Oh? Is that all?
Aya
We were chatting about the songs since it was just us, but then things got a little heated between Ran-chan and Yukina-chan...
Ran
Obviously. This band is not about to become a laughing stock. Not on my watch.
Yukina
Right. We represent the event, and we must perform accordingly or not perform at all.
Yukina
All I wish is for our playing to be of the highest caliber. I expect as much from you all. Mitake-san, Maruyama-san, Kitazawa-san.
Hagumi
You got it! I'm Hello, Happy World!'s rep! You can count on me!
Hagumi
I've got the spirit and the grit to make this one super-duper cool show!
Yukina
Yes, being chosen for this position means you possess the necessary skills to do exactly that. I look forward to seeing what you can do.
Hagumi
Roger that! I've been studying extra hard lately, so I'm pretty much a bass expert!
Yukina
... Lately?
Hagumi
Bass guitars have four strings, you know! That's less than what normal guitars have!
Yukina
...
Aya
Y-Yukina-chan? Are you alright?
Ran
You're looking pretty stiff there.
Yukina
Yukina
Pardon me, Kitazawa-san. Exactly how long have you been playing the bass?
Hagumi
Let's see... I started when I joined Hello, Happy World!, so not for too long!
Yukina
...
Yukina
I am beginning to have my doubts about this...
Hagumi
Oh yeah, I totally get it! Playing with new people for the first time and all that! But I bet we'll have tons of fun together!
Yukina
That is not what I meant...
Ran
These two are like oil and water...
Aya
I'm not sure I follow, but good for you, Hagumi-chan...!
Hagumi
Oh, that reminds me! I brought some goodies along!
Aya
Goodies?
Hagumi
Ta-da! Our one-of-a-kind, super steamy, extra crispy Kitazawa croquettes!
Aya & Ran
C-croquettes...?
Aya
Oh yeah, doesn't Hagumi-chan's family run a meat shop...?
Hagumi
They're a gift from me to you! Get 'em while they're hot!
Hagumi
Charge up those batteries so we can get through rehearsals without a hitch!
Ran
Th-thanks...
Aya
Wow! They are really crispy! And the filling is so fluffy and tasty!
Hagumi
Hehehe, my dad makes the best croquettes around! Hearing how good they are makes me feel proud too~!
Hagumi
Okay! And here are some for you guys!
Yukina
...
Hagumi
Hehehe, dig in!
Yukina
... I'll pass.
Hagumi
Huh?! But why? Our croquettes are the best. You don't want one?
Yukina
Because... I am not in the mood for eating.
Hagumi
Are you full? No problem! Our croquettes go down easy!
Yukina
You seem to be misunderstanding me... Hey, Mitake-san...
Ran
You're not gonna get me with that look. Maybe you should just accept the gift that you're given.
Hagumi
Oh no, should I have brought curry croquettes instead of the plain ones?!
Hagumi
I knew I should have brought a bigger variety! I'll rush over and get some for you!
Yukina
Th-that won't be necessary.
Yukina
Sigh... I simply need to try one, yes? Very well.
Hagumi
Go for it! Don't hold back!
Yukina
... It's good...
Hagumi
Really?!
Yukina
Yes, very much so... I often visit the downtown area, but I did not realize there were croquettes as good as these.
Ran
You didn't know, Minato-san? Hagumi's place is really famous. They've been on TV and everything.
Yukina
... What is with that look of pride on your face?
Aya
Fufu.
Hagumi
...? What's so funny, Aya-senpai?
Aya
I was just thinking back on how worried I was about those two getting riled up earlier.
Hagumi
Yeah, I know how important it is to take this joint band seriously and all, but we can't forget the smiles!
Ran
Smiles?
Hagumi
The whole point of Girls Band Party is spreading smiles to others, right?
Hagumi
If so, we can't put on a good time if we have frowns all around!
Ran
I guess so...
Yukina
If she means that we must be wary of how we present ourselves, then there is indeed logic in her words.
Yukina & Ran
...
Ran
Minato-san, about our conversation earlier...
Yukina
You may do as you wish. However, I expect to see a satisfactory performance.
Ran
As if I need you to tell me that.
Hagumi
Hehehe, we're gonna practice hard today!