Part 1
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Shizuku
Because she takes being an idol so seriously and loves it so much, she even made me want to work a little harder.
Shizuku's Room
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Haruka
Yes. We're pretty certain that the students at the elementary school already know all about her.
Haruka
But we also want her to sing, dance and interact with them to show everyone that she's an idol in every sense of the word.
Shizuku
(If everybody gets a chance to see Airi performing as an idol, I'm sure their view of her will change dramatically.)
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Shizuku
(But my manager always dealt with any official business... And I don't have many business cards left myself...)
Shizuku
(It's been locked away in the record company's vaults ever since Airi's agency decided to change her image...)
Shizuku
(It might even be one of the biggest reasons why she feels like she wasn't seen as a real idol back then.)
Shizuku
(The writers likely possess the rights to the song, so I'll start by looking them up...)
Shizuku
(Let's see... The business cards of the people involved in the music side of things are...)
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Shizuku
Yes, this is Shizuku Hinomori. I apologize in advance for disturbing you so late at night. I'd like to talk to you about...
The next day
Miyamasuzaka Girls Academy - Rooftop
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Haruka
Okay, it's starting to get dark and this seems like a good place to stop, so why don't we call it a day?
Airi
But your stamina's improved so much! Your dance moves were spot on towards the end there too!
The next day
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Shizuku
And thank you so much for introducing me to all those people from the music business yesterday.
Haruka
Don't mention it. All I did was ask them if it'd be okay for me to give you their contact information, Shizuku.
Haruka
But what really surprised me was how the writer you've been looking for doesn't seem to have their own website or any sort of social media presence.
Shizuku
Yes, that just seems to be the way they operate. As a result, I kept running into dead ends in terms of reaching them...
Shizuku
But I know that they're still writing songs, so I knew there had to be a way to reach them! I promise to return with good news!
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Shizuku
Hello, this is Shizuku Hinomori.
Again, I apologize for disturbing you so late at night yesterday... What?!
Again, I apologize for disturbing you so late at night yesterday... What?!
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Diner
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Writer
Yes, it has.
Writer
Not since I was asked to write songs for Cheerful * Days after you became the lead, I believe.
Writer
No, thank you. I'm glad we're able to meet like this again too. Oh, but word is that you had some trouble reaching me...
Writer
I'm sorry for putting you through all that. It's sort of my own fault for not having my work information publicly listed...
Shizuku
No, I know you're a very busy person, so I appreciate how you agreed to meet with me like this on such short notice.
Shizuku
Now, um... About why we're here...
There's something I'd like to discuss with you...
There's something I'd like to discuss with you...
Writer
Yes, I've been briefed on your situation.
This is about that song I wrote for Airi Momoi, yes?
This is about that song I wrote for Airi Momoi, yes?
Writer
I see. And you want her to sing that song...
Shizuku
I know that Airi has several fond memories of her time with QT, but she's also talked to me about her regrets and various other hurdles she had to face.
Writer
...
Shizuku
Singing this song will mark the start of a new chapter in her story as an idol, and more importantly, as a member of MORE MORE JUMP!
Shizuku
I want our fans, her fans, to see her on stage. I want them to see her as Airi Momoi the idol!
Writer
There's no need to beg.
I understand how you feel very much, Hinomori.
I understand how you feel very much, Hinomori.
Writer
I've actually had an opportunity to see some MORE MORE JUMP! streams...
Writer
Hehe. Isn't it only natural since you and Momoi are both members, and I wrote songs for you two?
Writer
Also, I don't actually sing the songs I write, so I have a vested interest in supporting those who do end up singing them...
Writer
It seems that Momoi not getting a chance to sing the song I wrote for her has been bothering me this whole time...
Writer
It's meant to be a direct reflection of her personality. I was certain that I was able to capture how she's both cute but strong, so I'd be honored if...
Writer
Yes. I'd be incredibly relieved and beyond ecstatic if she sang it.
Shizuku
(Hehe. I should let Haruka and Minori know too! After that, we'll need to get the original files and have Airi start practicing right away...!)