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Aya
And so... we're here to congratulate you in person~♪
Maya
... Okay! I'll stop recording here.
Hina
You were so into it, Aya-chan! You didn't even trip up once!
Aya
Ehehe, well, it is a video message that'll be played during Sasazuka-san's wedding party. Of course it needs to be perfect!
Hina
So, let's see, after they play the video, we'll go boom and appear on stage, right?
Chisato
Yes. Then, we'll play one song and congratulate them again.
Eve
I hope everyone will enjoy it!
Hina
Hey, Maya-chan, you've been staring at the camera for a while now. Did the video not record?
Maya
Oh, no. It recorded fine, but... Hmm...
Aya
Was it me? Did I move too much and make the video out of focus...?!
Maya
Ahh, I'm sorry! Everything is fine, really. I was just wondering if there was something more we could do...
Hina
You were? I think what we have is good. Unlike our usual performances, we're not the stars of the show this time.
Eve
But I know what you mean, Maya-san! I think what we have is enough, but perhaps there's something that would make them even happier!
Chisato
Right. We still have time until the party. Let's try to come up with an idea.
Hina
Okay, sounds good to me! Let's think of something more boppin'!
Maya
Thank you so much, everyone!
Eve
How about recording a segment of "All Fun and Games?" I'm sure the guests would have fun being a part of it too!
Hina
That sure would be exciting, but won't that take a lot of time to prepare, with the guests joining in and all?
Maya
That is true. So, we have to think of something that doesn't take much time... Maybe like a quick skit or something.
Aya
Oh! What about a magic show?
Aya
It wouldn't take up much time, and it would be interesting for the guests. We'll have to practice, but I can teach you! Besides, doing magic tricks together will be really fun!
Maya
That's a great idea! If we could get it down, it would get everyone excited for sure!
Hina
But let's get serious here~. Aya-chan, have you had enough practice to really pull it off?
Aya
Fu, fu, fu. You'll just have to let me show you...! This is perfect because I have class today and brought all my props!
Aya
Now then, welcome to Aya the Magician's impromptu magic stage! Don't take your eyes off the show~♪
Aya
Thank you so much for watching~♪ ... What did you think?
Hina
Amazing, amazing! Look at you, Aya-chan! Your magic tricks were flawless!
Chisato
Indeed. You've shown us before too, but I must say, you've gotten a lot better.
Eve
I was so shocked when the card came out of your mouth! And where did the cloth go for that trick where you turned it into a stick...?
Aya
Ehehe~, I can't tell you♪ A magician never reveals their secrets~.
Maya
Geez~, I even made sure to watch closely while you were performing, but I couldn't figure it out!
Maya
I think everyone would be thrilled to watch something like that!
Aya
You do?! Yay~! I'm glad I worked so hard practicing, then~!
Aya
But if we're gonna do this, I kinda wanna do some magic tricks with a little more bang~! Is there anything like that?
Aya
What~?! I-I thought those ones were pretty fancy already...
Chisato
I have to agree. Sleight-of-hand tricks or ones where you guess the card might be a little difficult to see for guests sitting further away.
Aya
... Hmm~. Something we can all do together that the audience can see from a distance...
Aya
Oh, I know! That would be perfect...!
Maya
That...? You have more tricks in your repertoire?
Aya
Yeah, sort of! It's one I know how to do but have never actually done.
Hina
Ohh~? What is it, what is it?
Aya
Maybe you've all seen it before. It's the one where a person goes into a box, and the magician stabs swords through them!
Eve
I've seen that before! The first time I watched it, I couldn't help but cover my eyes...
Maya
Me too. It has quite the shock factor to it. I freak out every time I watch that trick...
Maya
Aya-san... Are you really thinking of performing that?
Aya
Yeah! Oh, but don't worry. I'll ask my teacher if we can borrow the props for it.
Aya
The trick meets the criteria. It's a bold act that more than one of us can perform. My teacher said as long as the magician and the person inside know the trick, it's easy!
Chisato
Uhm... In other words... One of us has to go into the box, don't we...?
Aya
Huh? Yeah, that's right.
Chisato
But... will it be dangerous...?
Aya
Not at all! Just leave it to me, Aya the Magician♪ I'll be able to do it, no doubt about it!
Maya, Chisato & Eve
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Eve
I think I now understand how samurai felt before committing seppuku.
Maya
R-right. We should stick to the video message and music performance.
Aya
Huh?! B-but it'll be fine. No one will get stabbed by a sword! Please, just trust me...!
Hina
Okay, then, how about Aya-chan, you go in the box, and I'll be the magician?
Aya
Huh? ... N-no, that's~...
Chisato
Aya-chan, let's leave the magic show for another time.
Aya
R-right, okay. Chisato-chan...
Transcript
Marina
Shopping was quite the task today. I'm sure we're both a little tired. Why don't we get something sweet to eat? There just so happens to be a sweet scent around here...
Aya
Hello, Marina-san, BanG Dreamer-san! Fufu, the sweet smell you're talking about might be coming from me.
Marina
Aya-chan! Hello! Wow, you're carrying such a big shopping bag.
Aya
Ehehe. It's actually full of donuts.
Marina
I see. That explains the sweet smell. Ah, are they perhaps from the new donut shop near the station?
Aya
Yes. The reviews said the donuts are amazingly delicious, so I got some as refreshments.
Marina
Ahh, you mean for the staff at your work?
Aya
Yes! I'm heading to record an episode of "All Fun and Games" and was thinking of giving them out when we take a break or something!
Marina
Fufu, I'm sure everyone will be ecstatic to get these goodies from you.
Aya
That's what I'm hoping~. I usually bring something for everyone, anyway. But today, I want to especially thank them for their hard work...
Marina
Really? Did something happen that brought this about?
Aya
Yes! Just the other day, all of Pastel✽Palettes went to the wedding party of the director of our variety show.
Marina
Wow~, that sounds wonderful. How was it?
Aya
To be honest, we ran into some issues... But all of us wanted the director to enjoy her party, so we worked hard beihnd the scenes to protect that smile of hers.
Aya
Because of that, the party was a huge success!
Aya
I came to appreciate how important people working backstage are... It's thanks to the staff that we idols can stand on stage and perform.
Marina
I see. So, you want to give these donuts out as a token of gratitude for all their work.
Aya
Exactly! But giving out refreshments is not enough. I wanna show how thankful I am through my work as well!
Aya
To properly reflect the staff's efforts to produce a good show, I need to shine even brighter as an idol on the stage!
Marina
Fufu, you certainly have the spirit!
Aya
Yes, I'm going to give it my all during today's recording!
Aya
Oh, that reminds me. If you would like, please have some donuts too! Both of you are always taking care of me!
Marina
Huh? But these are for the staff of your variety show. Is it really okay for us to take some?
Aya
Absolutely! I made sure to buy lots so I have more than enough!
Aya
And if there are any left, I was hoping the members of Pastel✽Palettes could have some too...
Aya
Oh! N-not that I bought more because I wanted to eat them myself!
Marina
Fufufu, it's okay. I get it. In that case, we will gladly take some. Thanks, Aya-chan!
Aya
Sure! Anyway, I should head to the studio now. Goodbye♪