One month later
MORE MORE HOUSE
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MC
<Next, we have the segment you've all been waiting for. “The Town Revitalization Team!”>
MC
<This week, we have MORE MORE JUMP! giving the town of Hanamioka a big hand.>
Minori
<Th-The stage needs so many planks of wood! We're never gonna finish carrying these over!>
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Airi
<Normally, I'd tell you to quit complaining and keep working, but having to make round trips on this mountainous road is pretty draining.>
Minori
<W-Wait...!
That's the technique that allows someone to use their full strength despite being really exhausted! Only truly happy idols can use that!>
That's the technique that allows someone to use their full strength despite being really exhausted! Only truly happy idols can use that!>
Airi
<Every time I've used it, I've been able to get through a shoot no problem! So, let's get back to carrying these planks!>
Local C
<Besides, this is our town.
That means it's our duty to act.>
That means it's our duty to act.>
Local A
<Right. What we mean to say is...>
Local A
<Let's do this, together.>
Shizuku
<Congratulations on finishing!
If you like, please take this commemorative bookmark.>
If you like, please take this commemorative bookmark.>
Runners
<Wow, this is so cute! It's like a little flower field!>
Runners
<Hehe. It's just like what we saw while we were running.>
Runners
<And the food was so good. We've gotta visit again sometime.>
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KAITO
<Me too. The way your earnestness reached them, and they came to help you out... It was so exciting to see!>
Haruka
Oh, about that... We didn't see that big a response online, since the program's viewership tends to be older...
KAITO
So, on top of those who made posts online, there were many who went out of their way to send you their thoughts on paper?
Haruka
Yes. They said things like, “I was encouraged by the way you worked so hard for them,” or “I wanted to show my support,” which made us really happy.
Haruka
The program's ratings aren't actually all that high, but we feel that we spread hope to those who did watch.
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Saito
Apparently, they're putting another show into development, and they want you on as regulars!
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Saito
So, it wasn't just us being contacted.
People have apparently been sending in an abnormally high volume of messages to the show!
People have apparently been sending in an abnormally high volume of messages to the show!
Saito
And it's not just that. The director also said they'd personally love to work with you again.
Saito
I quote, “Getting the footage we wanted was obviously important, but considering how happy you made all the locals, we couldn't have asked for a better shoot.”
Shizuku
I agree. You took the time to make sure we'd choose an offer that would be perfect for our dream...
Shizuku
Even while we were shooting, you placed the locals first and made all the right decisions.
Minori
Yeah! You made it a show that everyone, from the staff to the viewers, really enjoyed.
Haruka
Thanks.
I just tried to do what I could, but I'm really glad you're all saying this.
I just tried to do what I could, but I'm really glad you're all saying this.
Airi
Of course, I'm not saying that you'll have to do everything. We'll still discuss anything that's really important as a group.
Airi
But with everything that happened this time around, it got me thinking. We'll have to be careful about how we keep on moving forward...
Airi
We need a producer to find that way for us, and keep pulling us in the right direction.
Airi
You were the lead for an A-list idol group, which means there are certain things that only you can see.
Haruka
(If I take on that role, then my decisions will have a direct impact on our group's future...)
Shizuku
Not only are you experienced and knowledgeable, you're perceptive and careful. Your calls have saved us so many times.
Minori
If you do accept, we promise to come up with ideas for streams and practice in your place... And we'll always be ready to help if you're in trouble!
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Haruka
Also, I couldn't be happier that my idea ended up helping MORE MORE JUMP! this much...
Haruka
But I don't honestly know how good a producer I'll be as I am now... I'll have to start learning.
Haruka
I'll probably be asking you a lot of questions moving forward too, Saito. So, if you don't mind...
Haruka
(I have to really do my best here.
In order to make sure MORE MORE JUMP! shines brighter and brighter.)
In order to make sure MORE MORE JUMP! shines brighter and brighter.)
Talent Agency
Manager
Hello, Mr. Hiiragi.
Hiiragi
Ah, hello.
Quick question. You said something about “What's the Buzz?” looking at our idols for their list of up-and-comers...
Quick question. You said something about “What's the Buzz?” looking at our idols for their list of up-and-comers...
Manager
A-About that... I checked with them, and they decided to give that spot to another group...
Manager
I'm sorry...
It sounded like they were really eager to get MORE MORE JUMP! in, given how popular they're getting.
It sounded like they were really eager to get MORE MORE JUMP! in, given how popular they're getting.